| Theme | New Strategies to Control Viral Hepatitis in Dialysis Patients | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Viral hepatitis infections in patients in hemodialysis medical facilities | |
| Publish Date | 2009/08 | |
| Author | Keiko Katayama | Department of Epidemiology, Infectious Disease Control and Prevention, Hiroshima University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences |
| Author | Junko Tanaka | Department of Epidemiology, Infectious Disease Control and Prevention, Hiroshima University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences |
| [ Summary ] | It is clear that the risk of viral hepatitis infections in patients in hemodialysis facilities is higher than that in the general population. Blocking the routes of infection through blood born transmission is the most important factor in preventing the viral hepatitis infections in hemodialysis facilities. It is important we improve the environment of dialysis facilities and fully educate staff members, especially new staff members. | |