Hepatitis B oculta en hijos de madres positivas al HBsAg

The textbook "Occult Hepatitis B in Children of HBsAg Positive Mothers" offers a comprehensive analysis of occult Hepatitis B infection (OBI) in children born to mothers who tested positive for Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg). It examines the presence of the Hepatitis B virus (HBV) in serum or plasma, particularly the presence of the viral genome (HBV DNA) and antibodies against the capsid protein (anti-HBc) in the absence of HBsAg. The study is based on the analysis of 291 samples from HBsAg-negative children and highlights the prevalence of exposure to the virus as well as the quantitative aspects of viral DNA detection. The results indicate a low prevalence of OBI and emphasize the need for careful monitoring and management of these patients. This book is a significant contribution to understanding the clinical and epidemiological implications of Hepatitis B infection in children and serves as a valuable resource for professionals in the fields of medicine and nursing.