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Evaluation of Hepatitis B Vaccination Coverage and Serological Response in People Living with HIV
Aim: People living with HIV (PLWH) face a heightened risk of acquiring hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection because these two viruses share common transmission pathways. HIV/HBV coinfection is associated with accelerated liver disease progression. Consequently, hepatitis B vaccination is a critical preventive measure for PLWH. This study was designed to assess the serological response to hepatitis B vaccination in PLWH.Material and Methods: PLWH followed at the Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology Clinic who …