Chronic Hepatitis C

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:virus
gptkbp:advocacy aim to improve access to care
gptkbp:alcohol_avoidance alcohol consumption should be avoided
gptkbp:associated_with chronic liver disease
extrahepatic manifestations
gptkbp:caused_by HCV infection
gptkbp:chronic_fatigue_syndrome may be associated with chronic fatigue
gptkbp:chronicity can lead to chronic infection
gptkbp:clinical_trial ongoing for new treatments
disproportionately affects marginalized communities
gptkbp:community_impact affects quality of life
gptkbp:complication liver cancer
liver cirrhosis
gptkbp:demographics more common in men
higher prevalence in certain ethnic groups
gptkbp:diagnosis blood test
often asymptomatic in early stages
gptkbp:diseases can last for decades
HIV co-infection common
gptkbp:duration 8 to 12 weeks
gptkbp:economic_impact costly to treat
gptkbp:fibrosis_assessment Fibro Scan used for non-invasive assessment
gptkbp:financial_support support groups available
gptkbp:genotype multiple genotypes exist
gptkbp:global_health_issue recognized by WHO
gptkbp:guideline_updates based on emerging evidence
gptkbp:healthcare_provider_role important in management and support
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Chronic Hepatitis C
gptkbp:influenced_by diet and exercise recommended
gptkbp:is_a_resource_for available for affected individuals
gptkbp:is_vulnerable_to no vaccine available
gptkbp:liver_biopsy used to assess liver damage
gptkbp:liver_function_test elevated liver enzymes
gptkbp:liver_transplant may be necessary in severe cases
gptkbp:mental_health_impact can lead to depression
gptkbp:patient_education important for treatment adherence
gptkbp:post_treatment_monitoring required to check for recurrence
gptkbp:prevalence approximately 71 million people worldwide
gptkbp:prevention screening of blood products
safe injection practices
gptkbp:propagation_method blood-to-blood contact
gptkbp:provides_guidance_on updated regularly by health organizations
access varies by region
gptkbp:public_awareness aim to reduce stigma
increased through campaigns and education.
gptkbp:public_health_strategy elimination goals set by WHO
gptkbp:research_focus new antiviral therapies
gptkbp:risk_factor intravenous drug use
blood transfusion before 1992
gptkbp:screening_frequency annually for high-risk individuals
gptkbp:screening_tests HCV RNA test used for confirmation
gptkbp:screenings recommended for high-risk populations
gptkbp:side_effect gptkb:anemia
fatigue
headache
nausea
gptkbp:support may require ongoing monitoring
gptkbp:symptoms fatigue
abdominal pain
jaundice
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:immunotherapy
sustained virologic response
improved with early treatment
high with direct-acting antivirals
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mavyret
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6