Hepatitis in Kamchatka could also potentially originate from other sources beyond oncology clinics.
In the heart of Kamchatka Krai, an unsettling development has emerged. According to the "Kamchatka Times" newspaper, over 100 oncology patients have been infected with hepatitis B and C.
Initial reports, dating back to an unspecified time, indicated that 50 individuals were affected. However, no new information regarding the number of infected people beyond 100 has been disclosed.
The source of the infection remains a mystery, with experts suspecting it may not be confined to the oncology clinic in Kamchatka. The infection is believed to have occurred during a medical procedure, specifically a CT scan.
It is important to note that individuals who have undergone contrast-enhanced tomography are still considered at risk. The reopened CT room in the clinic in Kamchatka Krai has been equipped with a video surveillance system for employees and patients to ensure safety measures are in place.
The responsibility for the setup of the video recording systems in the open CT room of the Oncology Clinic in Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskii lies with the technical department of the clinic, and these systems were installed in March 2023.
Despite the ongoing investigation, no new information about the specific medical procedure during which the infection occurred or the potential limitations of the hepatitis infection to the oncology clinic has been provided.
As the epidemiological investigation continues, the public is urged to stay informed and follow any health and safety guidelines issued by local authorities. The hope is that this outbreak can be contained and the source of the infection identified to prevent further spread.
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