Investigating Hepatitis B Co-Infection in COVID-19 Patients in a National Teaching Hospital in Southern Nigeria
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) remains a significant global health issue, particularly in regions with high endemicity. With the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic, understanding the intersection of HBV infection and COVID-19 is crucial. This study investigated the prevalence and impact of pre-existing HBV infection among COVID-19 patients in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. This single-center cross-sectional study was conducted at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital.