Hepatitis B Virus: Epidemiology, Prophylaxis, Therapy, Clinical Outcomes, and Novel Therapeutic Directions
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is a worldwide health concern that infects nearly 254 million people globally and causes more than 1 million deaths annually. The highest prevalence is seen in sub-Saharan Africa and the Western Pacific region. Cirrhosis, liver failure, and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) are reported a...