Original Article

Descriptive Epidemiology of Hepatitis C Virus Among Male Heroin Abusers in Taiwan

Background:The purpose of this study was to explore the epidemiology of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection and to determine the risk factors for HCV infection among heroin abusers in Taiwan. Methods:This was a cross-sectional study. From November 2004 to February 2005, 577 subjects, including 423 subjects (73.3%) using injectable heroin…

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