RNA viruses - Naked, +ssRNA viruses - Hepeviridae Flashcards by A E | Brainscape

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Characteristics of Hepatitis E

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1- Also known as Enteric Hepatitis
2- Caused by Hepatitis E virus (genus Hepevirus, family Hepeviridae)
\+ formerly classified as a calicivirus
3- Fatal in 20% of pregnant women
4- Self-limiting

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Treatment

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No specific treatment: rest, fluids, good nutrition

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Prevention

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Interrupting the fecal-oral route of transmission

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Typical Serological Course

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Virus in stool
IgM anti-HEV
IgG anti-HEV

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