| Theme | Hepatitis B: Trends & Topics | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | HBV Genotype and Clinical Course | |
| Publish Date | 2020/02 | |
| Author | Fumitaka Suzuki | Department of Hepatology, Toranomon Hospital |
| [ Summary ] | There are nine genotypes of hepatitis B virus (HBV) in the world. Genotype C is the most prevalent in Japan. Genotype A infection is associated with chronicity in adult infections. The clinical courses of patients with genotype B are better than those of genotype C. The HBV genotypes influence the clinical course and the efficacy of treatment. | |