Prevalence of hepatitis C virus seroconversion among hemodialysis patients in Egypt

Conclusion: HCV transmission in HD centers in Cairo (Egypt) is multifactorial and includes unmodifiable factors such as duration of dialysis and age and modifiable factors that can be adjusted through implementation of strict infection control guidelines, minimization of blood transfusion, expanded use of erythropoietin, and avoiding the switching of dialysis centers.
Source: Egyptian Liver Journal - Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Original articles Source Type: research