Sharjah24 – AFP: The WHO said Tuesday that 348 probable cases of hepatitis of unknown origin had been identified, as studies into the potential role of adenovirus and Covid-19 infection gather pace.
The World Health Organization said the leading hypotheses remain those involving adenovirus.
Cases have been reported in 20 countries, with 70 additional cases from a further 13 countries which are pending classification as tests await completion.
Only six countries are reporting more than five cases, with more than 160 being reported in Britain.
The WHO was first informed on April 5 of 10 unexplained hepatitis cases in Scotland, detected in children under the age of 10.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday it was investigating 109 such cases, including five reported deaths.
Testing has also shown that around 18 percent of cases actively tested positive for Covid-19.
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