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ZAMORA-BARQUERO, Henry. Treatment of hepatitis B virus in labor accidents. Acta méd. costarric [online]. 2008, vol.50, suppl.3, pp.36-38. ISSN 0001-6002.

The accidental exposure to HBV encloses a high risk of the disease contagion. Its management includes: Preventive measures in patient management, vaccination and confirmation of workers immunity, use of immunoglobulins and vaccination after the accident; and availability of protocols for early reports and clinics for the management of accidents.

Palabras clave : Hepatitis B; labor accident; post exposure recommendations.

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