Diagnosis

NHANES Data Shows 2 Million US HCV Cases: Calls for Improved Testing and Treatment

A study using 2013-2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) data to update hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection prevalence estimates in US adults included…

Gabriella McCarty,

MSN, NP-C
North Shore Gastroenterology

Patient Management Guidelines

Articles

Report Highlights Shift to Noninvasive Tests for Liver Fibrosis Assessment in Patients With HCV Amid DAA Treatments

In a report, researchers discussed the evolving role of noninvasive tests (NITs) in assessing liver fibrosis in chronic hepatitis C...

CURATED BY:
Gabriella McCarty,
MSN, NP-C

US Health Guidelines Stress Regular Screening, Integrated ART for HCV/HIV Coinfection

Members and consultants of the US Department of Health and Human Services panel released their recommendations for antiretroviral use in...

CURATED BY:
Jennifer Geremia,
MSPAS, PA-C

Review Guides Blood Bank Management of HCV Positive Donors

This review offers guidance for blood bank staff on handling hepatitis C virus (HCV) positive donors. Essential for early intervention,...