Epidemiology of Hepatitis B Virus Infection in Greece

publication Evidence: moderate

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Author(s): Pantazis Konstantinos D., Elefsiniotis Ioannis S., Brokalaki Hero

Primary Institution: Faculty of Nursing, University of Athens

There is a significant reduction in the prevalence of HBV infection in Greece due to preventive measures.

The prevalence of HBV infection in Greece has significantly decreased, but certain high-risk groups still require monitoring and intervention.

The prevalence of HBV infection has decreased by 50-80% in Greece since the 1970s.
High-risk groups such as intravenous drug users and prisoners show significant rates of HBV infection.
Immigrants from high-endemic countries contribute to the prevalence of HBV in Greece.
Vaccination and preventive measures have led to a decline in acute hepatitis B cases in the USA.

Hepatitis B infections are going down in Greece, but some groups still have high rates and need help to stay safe.

Data may be biased due to underreporting or overestimating prevalence in certain populations.

Existing data may not represent the general population due to focus on specific high-risk groups.

Includes general population, blood donors, high-risk groups like drug users and prisoners, and immigrants.

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