Telbivudine Prevents Vertical Transmission From HBeAg-Positive Women With Chronic Hepatitis B

Telbivudine reduces hepatitis B virus (HBV) DNA and normalizes levels of alanine aminotransferase (ALT) in patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB). A study in the May issue of CGH by Dr. Calvin Pan investigates its use in preventing vertical transmission.
Source: Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: podcasts