Seropositivity for hepatitis B virus, vaccination coverage, and vaccine response in dentists from Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Batista, Sonia Maria Fernandes; Andreasi, Márcia Sueli Assis; Borges, Ana Maria Tavares; Lindenberg, Andréa de Siqueira Campos; Silva, Anisio L; Fernandes, Thiago Dias; Pereira, Edy Firmina; Basmage, Eline A.M; Cardoso, Divina D. P.

doi:10.1590/s0074-02762006000300006

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“…The only study performed among dentists in the Central West region of Brazil was conducted in Campo Grande-MS and showed 10.8% positivity for HBV in 474 dentists (3).…”

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“…In addition, HCW studies usually show that the number of years in the profession can be a risk factor (1,10,13,15,20), * p value from χ 2 test; ** Needlestick exposure -ever had in dental practice; *** Oral Surgery Specialties -periodontics, endodontics and implantology were included in it; ****NO or Inc -No vaccination or incomplete schedule (less then three doses); *****NR -not realized (more than two exposure variables); ****** PPE -Personal protective equipment (masks, gloves, protective eyewear, protective clothing and hair protection) including dentists (3,7,16,17) as observed in the present study.…”

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“…Its prevalence among dentists varies from 2.7% to 23.5% for those with clinic activities and from 12.2% to 44.5% for those who have surgical specialties (3,7,12,16,17).…”

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Serological markers and risk factors related to hepatitis B virus in dentists in the Central West region of Brazil

Paiva

Tiplle

Silva

et al. 2008

Braz. J. Microbiol.

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The hepatitis B virus (HBV) has been considered the major occupational risk agent for dentists. The Central West region of Brazil is considered an intermediate endemic pattern area, but currently there is no information about the HBV prevalence in dentists of Goiânia, Goiás. This study aimed at the detection of the HBV infection rate and risk factors for dentists of Goiânia and the comparison of the obtained data with the general population and other groups. A randomized sample of 680 professionals participated in this study. All dentists gave written consent for the procedure and filled out a questionnaire about risk factors. The HBV serological markers were analyzed using ELISA test and the presence of anti-HBc was observed in 41 (6.0%) of the dentists. None of them was HBsAg positive. Significant relationships with HBV positivity were observed with gender, the time working as a dentist and the use of incomplete personal protective equipment (PPE). The HBV prevalence found in this group of dentists was lower than the endemic pattern of the general population, other health care workers of the region and the dentists from other regions in Brazil. These results may indicate a positive impact of vaccination considering the high adherence of the dentists to the immunization program (98.4%). Finally, the use of complete PPE by the majority as well as other standard precautions recommended for health care workers could be responsible for the low HBV seroprevalence.

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“…The only study performed among dentists in the Central West region of Brazil was conducted in Campo Grande-MS and showed 10.8% positivity for HBV in 474 dentists (3).…”

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Serological markers and risk factors related to hepatitis B virus in dentists in the Central West region of Brazil

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Silva

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Braz. J. Microbiol.

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“…Majority of them were physicians (56.8%) and more than 90% of individuals reported previous HBV vaccination (246/92.5%). Previous studies have found 75.5% and 87.5% of HBV immunity among dentists from Midwest region of Brazil and HCW from Northeast region of country, respectively (Batista et al, 2006;Carvalho et al, 2012). In addition, 59 (22.2%) individuals had a history of needle stick injury while 29.5% of medical students from Serbia also related needle stick and sharp objects injuries (Marusic et al, 2017).…”

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Assessment of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C Knowledge and Attitudes in a Sample of Health Care Workers from Southeast Brazil

Villar¹,

Silva²,

Paula³

2017

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This study aims to assess the knowledge and attitudes about hepatitis B and C viruses (HBV and HCV) in health care workers (HCW). A total of 266 HCW from Rio de Janeiro State (Southeast Brazil) answered an instrument containing 17 questions to study viral hepatitis knowledge and 12 statements regarding attitude and behavior about HBV and HCV. Mean HCWs' knowledge level was considered satisfactory (mean knowledge score was 12.21 ± 3.36), but almost half of HCW presented low knowledge level (score lower than 12.21). High knowledge level was observed in individuals with previous HBV vaccination. Mean attitude score was 39.06±10.47 showing high level of positive attitudes, particularly among dentists and professionals who had previous needle stick injury. In conclusion, almost half of HCW had low level of knowledge about HBV and HCV and some gaps were identified showing the importance of continuous viral hepatitis education to HCW in this setting.

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“…In Mato Grosso, a 31% index has been found in a rural community (6) and 37.1% in those that had contact with blood donors positive for HBsAg (7) . In Mato Grosso do Sul, studies carried out in Campo Grande pointed out 9.4% indexes in blood donors (8) , 19.8% in Afro descendents (9) and 10.8% in dentists (10) .…”

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Cobertura vacinal contra hepatite B entre usuários de drogas ilícitas

Attilio¹,

Rodrigues²,

Renovato³

et al. 2011

Acta paul. enferm.

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Objective: To identify hepatitis B vaccine use and risk behaviors among users of illicit drugs (IDU) in Dourados (Mato Grosso do Sul, Brasil). Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional field study was conducted by questionnaire with 49 users of illicit drugs who were receiving assistance through rehabilitation centers and support programs within the city. Results: A predominance of young men using non-injectable drugs was identified. A history of imprisonment, hepatitis, tattooing, multiple sexual partners and participation in all forms of sexual intercourse were the most common risk factors. Conclusion: These factors, combined with low vaccination rates and lack of completion of the recovery and support programs, confirm the vulnerability of users of IDUs for acquiring hepatitis B. Keywords: Hepatitis B virus; Illicit drugs; Vaccination RESUMOObjetivo: Identificar a cobertura vacinal contra a hepatite B e os comportamentos de risco entre usuários de drogas ilícidas (UDI) em Dourados-MS. Métodos: Trata-se de uma pesquisa de campo, descritiva de corte transversal realizada mediante aplicação de questionário em 49 usuários atendidos pelos centros de recuperação e programas de apoio desse Município. Resultados: Identificou-se predomínio de homens jovens que utilizavam drogas não injetáveis. A história de prisão, e de hepatite na família, tatuagens, múltiplos parceiros sexuais e realização de todas as formas de relação sexual, foram os fatores de risco mais frequentes. Conclusão: Estes fatores combinados com a baixa cobertura vacinal e a falta de término do esquema confirmam a vulnerabilidade do grupo em adquirir a hepatite B. Descritores: Vírus da hepatite B; Drogas ilícitas; Vacinação RESUMEN Objetivo: Identificar la cobertura de vacunas contra la hepatitis B y los comportamientos de riesgo entre usuarios de drogas ilícidas (UDI) en Dourados-MS. Métodos: Se trata de una investigación de campo, descriptiva de corte transversal realizada mediante la aplicación de un cuestionario a 49 usuarios atendidos por los centros de recuperación y programas de apoyo de ese Municipio. Resultados: Se identificó predominio de hombres jóvenes que utilizaban drogas no inyectables. La historia de prisión, y de hepatitis en la familia, tatuajes, parejas sexuales múltiples y realización de todas las formas de relación sexual, fueron los factores de riesgo más frecuentes. Conclusión: Estos factores sumados a la baja cobertura de vacunas y la falta de término del esquema confirman la vulnerabilidad del grupo para adquirir la hepatitis B. Descriptores: Virus de la hepatitis B; Drogas ilícitas; Vacunación

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Seropositivity for hepatitis B virus, vaccination coverage, and vaccine response in dentists from Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

Abstract: This study investigated the seropositivity for hepatitis B virus (HBV), the vaccination index, and the vaccine response index in dentists from

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Serological markers and risk factors related to hepatitis B virus in dentists in the Central West region of Brazil

Serological markers and risk factors related to hepatitis B virus in dentists in the Central West region of Brazil

Assessment of Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C Knowledge and Attitudes in a Sample of Health Care Workers from Southeast Brazil

Cobertura vacinal contra hepatite B entre usuários de drogas ilícitas

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