HBV- transmission
5. transmission  H3  Organisms such as hepatitis B virus (HBV) that cause infections  via sexual transmission can also cause infections  via other routes, such as percutaneous transmission by  contaminated needles and vertical transmission in utero or  during delivery.   As a typical STI, HBV infection is present in all types of populations. Sexual contact and vertical transmission  from mother to infant are responsible for the large majority of HBV infections worldwide [4].   HBV infection as an STI is well documented. It is mainly  common among men who have sex with men (MSM), because  multiple partners are common in this population;  and anal sex is usually more traumatic than vaginal intercourse,  resulting in increased risk of exposure to blood.   HBV infection is also extremely common among heterosexual  individuals who have multiple sex partners or contact  with sex workers [6].   HBV transmission has been found to occur through  various forms of human contact, including vertica...
 
 
 
