Intisar Al Shukri, Adil Al Wahaibi, Hanan Al Kindi, Yaqoub Al-Maimani, Amal Al Maani, Abdullah Alqayoudhi, Mersum C Methew, Jini Pradeesh, Raiya Al Abrawi, Abdo Debs, Nabila Mansoor, Ahmed AlRahbi, Wadha Al Balushi, Mahmood Alharrasi, Badriya Al Mamari, Magda Fakhry Soliman, Afraa Alsenaidi, Mohammed Al Alawi, Omaima Al Ismaili, Seif Al-Abri, Amina Al-Jardani
BACKGROUND: HCV infection in hemodialysis units is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. The risk of HCV infection among dialysis patients is higher compared to the general population due to high potential blood exposures in hemodialysis settings. This study aims to assess the national HCV seroprevalence in selected dialysis units and to determine the risk factors for acquiring HCV infection. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted from 1 January to 31 March 2021...
September 12, 2023: Journal of Epidemiology and Global Health