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(B18.2) Chronic viral hepatitis c
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5 282 282 in individuals diagnosis chronic viral hepatitis c confirmed
115 407 deaths with diagnosis chronic viral hepatitis c
2% mortality rate associated with the disease chronic viral hepatitis c
Diagnosis chronic viral hepatitis c is diagnosed Men are 18.60% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis chronic viral hepatitis c
64 432 (2.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis chronic viral hepatitis c
50 975 (2.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease chronic viral hepatitis c - Men aged 35-39 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features chronic viral hepatitis c
Absence or low individual and public risk
Chronic viral hepatitis c - what does this mean
Chronic viral hepatitis c is caused by infection with the hepatitis c virus, which is spread through contact with the blood of an infected person. it is a slow progressing disease that can lead to liver damage, cirrhosis, and liver cancer.
What happens during the disease - chronic viral hepatitis c
Chronic viral hepatitis c is caused by the hepatitis c virus (hcv), which is spread through contact with infected blood. the virus enters the body and replicates in the liver, leading to inflammation and damage. over time, this inflammation can cause scarring (fibrosis) and cirrhosis, leading to a decrease in liver function and potentially liver failure.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Blood tests for liver enzymes and viral markers
- Ultrasound of the liver
- Liver biopsy
- Imaging tests such as CT or MRI scans
- Genetic testing
- Viral load test
- Liver function tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of complications associated with chronic viral hepatitis C.
- Regular monitoring of liver function tests
- Adopting a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet and regular exercise
- Avoiding the consumption of alcohol and other substances
- Vaccination against hepatitis A and B
- Antiviral therapy
- Surveillance for liver cancer
- Interferon therapy
- Liver transplantation
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Chronic viral hepatitis c - Prevention
The best way to prevent chronic viral hepatitis c is to practice safe sex, abstain from intravenous drug use, and avoid contact with contaminated blood and body fluids. vaccinations and proper hygiene are also important.