Gastro Intestinal Flashcards
1
Q
Before what year do you worry for HepC and HIV from blood transfusions?
A
HepC before 1987, HIV before 1992
2
Q
% of IVDA getting HepC?
A
~80%
3
Q
Treatment for HepC?
A
Interferon & ribavarin
4
Q
Which LAE is the key one elevated with HepC?
A
ALT
5
Q
HepC diagnosis?
A
HCV Ab. If pos: HCV-RNA to confirm
6
Q
% of people with normal LAEs and liver dz with HepC?
A
65% have normal LAEs but DOES have liver dz
7
Q
Which genotypes of HCV are very medication responsive?
A
Type 2 & 3
8
Q
HCV stigmata?
A
Liver dz: ascites, jaundice, spider angio, temporal wasting, palmar erythema
9
Q
How to judge severity of HCV?
A
Increase in PT/INR, AFP; Decrease in albumin, plt
