Practice Pearls

Experts in the management of hepatitis C discuss transmission of the hepatitis C virus by sexual transmission and by tattoo parlors.

The panel of experts in the management of hepatitis C discuss the syringe exchange programs in different states.

Hepatitis C specialists identify the different ways hepatitis C virus can be transmitted.

A review of the patient education required to empower the patients in understanding who needs annual screening. 

Experts in the management of hepatitis C provide an understanding for when to screen annually and why pregnant women should be screened. 

A review of the current screening recommendations for hepatitis C by experts in the field of hepatitis C.

The panel of experts in hepatitis C continue to discuss the development of hepatocellcular carcinoma in untreated patients. 

Experts in the management of hepatitis C identify some of the complications of the disease, particularly cirrhosis and decompensated cirrhosis. 

An introduction to diagnosing hepatitis C and understanding the difference between a positive antibody test and positive viral load

Experts discuss the challenges in the management of hemophilia and provide some final thoughts.

Caroline Derrick, PharmD, BCPS, provides an understanding of the pathophysiology of hepatitis C and shares some common symptoms. 

Christopher Hulstein, PharmD, BCPS, provides an overview of hepatitis C, including some risk factors.