Keywords

chronic liver disease, HCV, HCV evaluation, HCV infection, hepatitis C, hepatitis C treatment guidelines, hepatocellular carcinoma

Authors

1. Pozza, Renee PhD, RN, FNP-BC, FAASLD
2. Hill, Catherine MSN, RN, ANP-BC
3. Hefner, Anna Marie PhD, RN, CPNP
4. Vawter, Beth MSN, RN, FNP-BC
5. Hassanein, Tarek MD, FACG, FACP, AGAF, FAASLD

Abstract

Abstract: Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a major cause of chronic liver disease worldwide. Due to the asymptomatic nature of the infection, many acute cases of HCV infection are left undiagnosed, so screening individuals at risk is an important public health priority. New medications offer sustained virologic response rates of over 95%, fewer adverse reactions, and shorter durations of therapy. This article reviews the new treatment guidelines for the evaluation and management of patients with HCV infection.