Chronic Hepatitis C

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:healthcare_organization
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mavyret
gptkbp:advocates_for aim to improve access to care
gptkbp:alcohol_content alcohol consumption should be avoided
gptkbp:associated_with chronic liver disease
extrahepatic manifestations
gptkbp:caused_by HCV infection
gptkbp:clinical_trial ongoing for new treatments
disproportionately affects marginalized communities
gptkbp:community_impact affects quality of life
gptkbp:complications liver cancer
liver cirrhosis
gptkbp:demographics more common in men
higher prevalence in certain ethnic groups
gptkbp:discipline can lead to chronic infection
gptkbp:duration 8 to 12 weeks
gptkbp:economic_impact can lead to depression
costly to treat
gptkbp:education important for treatment adherence
gptkbp:frequency annually for high-risk individuals
gptkbp:genetic_diversity multiple genotypes exist
gptkbp:healthcare elimination goals set by WHO
important in management and support
recognized by WHO
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_adopted_by may be necessary in severe cases
gptkbp:is_monitored_by required to check for recurrence
gptkbp:is_popular_in approximately 71 million people worldwide
gptkbp:is_protected_by screening of blood products
safe injection practices
gptkbp:is_tested_for elevated liver enzymes
Fibro Scan used for non-invasive assessment
gptkbp:is_vulnerable_to no vaccine available
gptkbp:metabolism used to assess liver damage
gptkbp:propagation_method blood-to-blood contact
gptkbp:provides_information_on updated regularly by health organizations
access varies by region
gptkbp:public_awareness aim to reduce stigma
increased through campaigns and education.
gptkbp:research_focus new antiviral therapies
gptkbp:risk_factor intravenous drug use
blood transfusion before 1992
gptkbp:scholarships support groups available
gptkbp:screenings recommended for high-risk populations
HCVRNA test used for confirmation
gptkbp:side_effect gptkb:fandom
fatigue
headache
nausea
gptkbp:sleeping_habits may be associated with chronic fatigue
gptkbp:social_responsibility blood test
can last for decades
HIV co-infection common
often asymptomatic in early stages
gptkbp:supports may require ongoing monitoring
gptkbp:symptoms fatigue
abdominal pain
jaundice
gptkbp:treatment gptkb:drug
sustained virologic response
improved with early treatment
high with direct-acting antivirals
gptkbp:updates based on emerging evidence