Hepatitis Web Study

Learning Objectives

Upon completing the module Hepatitis C, participants should be able to:

  1. Summarize the natural history of patients with acute hepatitis C virus infection.
  2. Discuss the treatment approach to patients with acute hepatitis C virus infection.
  3. Explain the sensitivity and specificity of different antibody tests for diagnosing patients with chronic hepatitis C infection.
  4. Describe the general approach for diagnosing patients with chronic hepatitis C in high prevalence and low prevalence settings.
  5. List the most important factors in determining a response to treatment for hepatitis C.
  6. Identify appropriate indicators for provision of treatment for chronic hepatitis C.