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Review
. 2021 May-Jun;55(5):393-399.
doi: 10.1097/MCG.0000000000001520.

Hepatitis B Reactivation: A Review of Clinical Guidelines

Yun Wang  1 , Steven-Huy B Han  2
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Review

Hepatitis B Reactivation: A Review of Clinical Guidelines

Yun Wang et al. J Clin Gastroenterol. 2021 May-Jun.

Abstract

Hepatitis B virus reactivation (HBVr) can occur spontaneously, but more often occurs when a patient is in an immunocompromised state or on immunosuppressive therapy. HBVr can lead to clinical hepatitis, acute liver failure, and even death. HBVr is preventable with screening of at-risk patients and initiation of prophylactic antiviral therapy for appropriate candidates. Screening for hepatitis B virus is recommended for all patients who plan to initiate immunosuppressive therapy. An individual's serological profile, underlying disease, and planned type of immunosuppression contribute to their risk of HBVr. This review serves to summarize the major society guidelines regarding screening, management of, and monitoring for HBVr in individuals on anticancer therapy and immunosuppressive therapy.

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