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Two Highly Effective DAA Regimens Identified for HCV-6

Researchers assessed the effectiveness of both sofosbuvir/velpatasvir and gelcaprevir/pibrentasvir among patients infected with hepatitis C genotype 6.

Preoperative Antiviral Treatment for HCV Improves TJA Outcomes

Colby Stong

Researchers assessed the effect of preoperative antiviral treatment for hepatitis C virus on the risk for surgical-related complications in patients who underwent total joint arthroplasty.

Safety, Efficacy of DAAs for HCV Genotype 6 Infection in People With HIV

Jessica Nye, PhD

A team of researchers analyzed the virologic response of hepatitis C virus to direct-acting antivirals in patients with HIV.

Analysis of HCV Genotypes Among US Blood Donors Between 2003 and 2018

Jessica Nye

Researchers assessed the characteristics and distribution of hepatitis C virus (HCV) genotypes among individuals with confirmed HCV infection who donated blood during a 16-year period.

Hepatology Clinic at a Methadone Center Increases Treatment Initiations for HCV

Devon Cimino

Researchers assessed whether the rate of treatment initiations for hepatitis C virus infection among patients participating in a methadone treatment program increased after the implementation of a hepatology clinic.

Default Orders in the EHR Increase Hepatitis C Screening Rates

Shannon Storms

Researchers conducted a study to determine whether the addition of a default screening order in the electronic health record increases the rate of hepatitis C virus screening among hospitalized patients.

Hepatitis C Transmission Risk From Syringes With Fixed vs Detachable Needles

Estie Mermelstein, MSN, FNP-BC

Investigators conducted a study to determine the effect of syringes with fixed needles vs those with detachable needles on the risk for hepatitis C virus transmission among people who use injectable drugs.

ACIP: 2022 Adult Immunization Schedule Updates

Brian Park, PharmD

The 2022 adult immunization schedule summarizes ACIP recommendations, including several changes.

Minimal Monitoring Approach Effective for HCV Treatment in Patients Without Decompensated Cirrhosis

Colby Stong

Investigators assessed the safety and efficacy of a minimal monitoring approach to delivering treatment for hepatitis C virus infection.

ACIP: 2022 Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule Updates

Brian Park, PharmD

The 2022 child and adolescent immunization schedule summarizes ACIP recommendations, including several changes.

Modest Association Between Chronic HCV Infection and Esophageal Cancer

Virginia A. Schad, PharmD, RPh

Investigators assessed whether chronic hepatitis C virus infection is associated with a higher incidence of esophageal cancer.

Prevalence of Chronic Conditions Increased Among Cancer Survivors

From 2002 to 2018, there was an increase in the prevalence of comorbid chronic conditions among cancer survivors.

Nucleos(t)ide Analog Withdrawal in Patients With Chronic HBV

Jennifer Champagne, PharmD, RPh, BCPS

Investigators assessed virological, biochemical, and clinical outcomes following cessation of nucleos(t)ide analog therapy in patients with chronic hepatitis B.

The Role of Fc Gamma RIIb Expression in Chronic Hepatitis B Virus Infection

Jessica Nye

Researchers conducted a study to determine the association between Fc gamma RIIb expression concentrations and chronic hepatitis B virus infection progression.

Regular Thyroid Screening Recommended for People With Hepatitis C

Jessica Nye

People with hepatitis C are at an increased risk for several autoimmune disorders. Researchers sought to discover a link between the virus and hypothyroidism.