Knowledge, perception and expectation of management of hepatitis B infection among pregnant hepatitis B carriers in Hong Kong.

Lack of awareness regarding the risk of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection and the interventions available during pregnancy among the pregnant carriers may influence their willingness and adherence to the management. This study assessed the knowledge, perception and expectation of HBV infection among pregnant HBV carriers in Hong Kong. A prospective multicentre cross-sectional questionnaire study was carried out between August 2019 and April 2021.