Autoimmune Hepatitis
Article explains what it is, diagnostic tests, treatment and response, and prognosis. |
Bad Bug Book: Hepatitis A Virus
Clinical research compiled by the Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, includes symptoms, diagnosis, associated foods, summary information from 1996 and 1997, and risk factors. |
Chronic Hepatitis C in the Veteran Population
Statistics related to HCV infection, treatment issues, contraindications, and side effects in veterans. |
Chronic Hepatitis C: Current Disease Management
Explains the causes and symptoms of hepatitis C, along with information about diagnosis and treatment. From the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC). |
Cirrhosis: Many Causes
Explains liver functions, cirrhosis signs and symptoms, treatment for various types, and complications. Includes prevention and prognosis. |
HCV Cirrhosis is a Life Threatening Disease
Gives statistics about HCV and liver disease, and treatment options and recommendations for cirrhotic patients. |
Key Molecular Liver Cancer Mechanism Detected
Article explains how researchers have mapped the molecular pathway whereby the hepatitis B virus leads to cancer. From MedPage Today. |
Liver Function Tests
Explanation includes what functions are tested and why, what elevated or reduced levels may mean, and whether liver disease is the only diagnosis. |
Liver Tumors
Explains benign and malignant tumors, causes and risk factors, diagnostic methods and treatment options. |
Management of Hepatitis C: 2002
Consensus statements on the treatment and education of patients with HCV. Includes recommendations related to availability of information and preventing transmission. |
The Importance of Eliminating Alcohol Use if Chronically Infected with HCV
Explains how alcohol consumption accelerates HCV complications and suggests methods for reducing or discontinuing usage. |
The Importance of Laboratory Test Results in Hepatitis C Infection
Article about basic liver functions, enzymes, and common blood tests. Includes which tests actually indicate liver function. |
THINK B Conference - Executive Summary
Summary of findings related to regarding HBV immunization, transmission, risk factors, and education, especially within the Asian American population. |
Vaccinations for Hepatitis A and B
Lists candidates for routine vaccinations, high-risk populations, doses and schedules by age, and postexposure treatment for each type. From NDDIC. |
Viral Hepatitis: A Through E and Beyond
Article explains symptoms, modes of transmission, those at risk, prevention, and treatment by virus type. From NDDIC. |
What are the Diseases that Affect the Liver?
Details causes and symptoms of liver diseases that occur in children and adults. |
Who should be treated?
Article discussing under what conditions patients with hepatitis C should not receive treatment. |
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