Epidemiology of Hepatitis A virus in Africa among Persons Aged 1–10 years: a systematic review protocol
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Date
2015
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Systematic Reviews
Abstract
Africa is considered an area of high endemicity for hepatitis A virus infection. However, in the past two decades, tremendous progress has been made in improving water sources and sanitation which are risk factors for hepatitis A virus infection. Recent studies suggest that several African countries could be in epidemiological transitions due to the evident socio-economic development. As a result, there may be a decrease in the exposure to and infection with hepatitis A virus at an early age. Understanding and mapping the shifting epidemiology is vital in developing control measures against the disease. We are conducting a comprehensive systematic review study to document the current burden of hepatitis A virus infection in Africa.
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Epidemiology, hepatitis A virus
Citation
Kanyenda, T. J., Abdullahi, L. H., Hussey, G. D., & Kagina, B. M. (2015). Epidemiology of hepatitis A virus in Africa among persons aged 1–10 years: a systematic review protocol. Systematic Reviews, 4(1), 1-8.https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-015-0112-5