PMID: 11331121May 2, 2001Paper

The risk of acquiring hepatitis B or C among public safety workers: a systematic review

American Journal of Preventive Medicine
G RischitelliT Guidotti

Abstract

Determination of the occupational risk of hepatitis B and C to public safety workers is important in identifying prevention opportunities and has significant legal and policy implications. Characterize the risk of occupationally acquired infection: (1) risk of exposure to blood and body fluids, (2) seroprevalence of hepatitis B and C in the source population, and (3) risk of infection after exposure. Electronic search of MEDLINE (1991-1999), HealthStar (1982-1999), and CINAHL (1975-1999) supplemented by selected reference citations and correspondence with authors of relevant articles. Peer-reviewed journal articles (N=702) that addressed the transmission of hepatitis B and C in law enforcement, correctional, fire, emergency medical services, and healthcare personnel were identified. One hundred five (15.0%) articles were selected for full-text retrieval; 72 (68.6%) were selected for inclusion. Articles selected for inclusion were abstracted by two reviewers and checked by a third reviewer, using a standard reporting form. Evidence tables were constructed, using the standardized abstracts. The tables were designed to summarize data for the key elements of the risk analysis. Data suggest that emergency medical service (EMS) provi...Continue Reading

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