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Hepatitis C transmission through tattooing
Abstract: We report the case of a prisoner for whom tattooing
was the likely source of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Many of
the tattoos were carried out within prison using equipment that was
multiply shared with other prisoners with limited access to means
of disinfection. This case supports previous reports that prison is
a risk factor for HCV infection and that HCV can be transmitted
through tattooing. Use of unsterilised equipment for tattooing
within prison must be a high-risk activity, given the high
prevalence of HCV infection among those incarcerated. Harm
reduction approaches are required to diminish risk in this
environment.
Abstract By: Author
Address: Macfarlane Burnet Centre for Medical Research,
Melbourne.
Author: Thompson SC; Hernberger F; Wale E; Crofts N
Source: Aust N Z J Public Health
Date of Pub: 1996 Jun Issue: 3 Volume: 20 Pagination: 317-8
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