Hepatitis B and C in the context of HIV disease: Implications for incarcerated populations

A. C. Spaulding, M. Lally, J. D. Rich, D. T. Dieterich

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Abstract

HIV-infected inmates are often co-infected with hepatitis B and/or hepatitis C virus. To describe the burden of HIV in the incarcerated population today, one must consider the impact of co-infection. HIV may dramatically modify the course of viral hepatitis infection, especially chronic hepatitis C. The converse is uncertain: chronic hepatitis does not seem to accelerate HIV disease progression. In this article, we offer guidelines for selecting appropriate candidates for treatment among co- infected inmates.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)481-491
Number of pages11
JournalAIDS Reader
Volume9
Issue number7
StatePublished - 1999
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Correctional medicine
  • HIV
  • Hepatitis B virus (HBV)
  • Hepatitis C virus (HCV)
  • Interferons

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