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  • Title: Modes of hepatitis B virus transmission in New Zealand.
    Author: Atmore C, Milne A, Pearce N.
    Journal: N Z Med J; 1989 Jun 14; 102(869):277-80. PubMed ID: 2660029.
    Abstract:
    We review some of the current literature on modes of transmission of hepatitis B virus (HBV) and report a descriptive study of lifestyle practices of children in the eastern Bay of Plenty and east coast of New Zealand. We also report a small case-control study of possible HBV infection risk factors in a group of central North Island school children, with a hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) seroprevalence of 1.5%, and an HBV immune seroprevalence of 16%. Toothbrush, bathtowel and bed sharing were found to be risk factors for HBV infection in this group. The primary mode of HBV transmission in New Zealand is currently unknown, although it appears that direct contact by parenteral means (through blood and sores) may be the most likely route of spread. Direct contact by non parenteral means, including sharing food contaminated with blood, may also be important. Environment-mediated spread may play a role, particularly as a means of spread between cuts and sores. Avenues for further research are also suggested.
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