Hepatitis B immunization in healthcare workers Vishal Batraa, Amitava Goswamib, Sunil Dadhichb, Dinesh Kotharia, Narendra Bhargavab Dr Sampurnanand Medical College, Jodhpur, India
Abstract
Background Healthcare workers (HCWs) are at high risk for hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. The aim of the study was to evaluate HBV immunization status and anti-HBs titer among HCWs. Methods AntiHBs titer was prospectively examined in all vaccinated of the 464 HCWs enrolled. A comparison was done between two groups who had received vaccination within or beyond 5 years (Group A >5 years, Group B
Healthcare workers (HCWs) are at high risk for hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. The aim of the study was to evaluate HBV immunization status and ant...