HHV-8 Seroprevalence and Genotype Distribution in Africa, 1998–2017: A Systematic Review

Human herpes virus type 8 (HHV-8) is the causative agent of Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS). We systematically reviewed literature published between 1998 and 2017, according to the PRISMA guidelines, to understand the distribution of HHV-8 infection in Africa. More than two-thirds (64%) of studies reported on...

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Main Authors: Elizabeth M. Etta, Doyinmola P. Alayande, Lufuno G. Mavhandu-Ramarumo, George Gachara, Pascal O. Bessong
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-08-01
Series:Viruses
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1999-4915/10/9/458