Download or read book Handbook of Hepatitis C written by Nicolas Goossens and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-05-25 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a concise and up-to-date review of the clinical features, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with hepatitis C. Busy health care professionals who want a quick review of hepatitis C and new developments in treatment for hepatitis C will benefit from this succinct guide. Hepatitis C virus primarily infects liver cells and can lead to chronic damage to the liver. Patients with hepatitis C infection often develop liver sequelae such as fibrosis, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma if left untreated. It is estimated that 150 million people worldwide are infected with hepatitis C virus, and if eradication is to be achieved it is imperative to diagnose and treat such individuals.
Download or read book The Hepatitis C Handbook written by Matthew Dolan and published by Steve Parish. This book was released on 1997 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Free from Hepatitis C written by Lucinda K. Porter and published by Square One Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2012-04-19 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For decades, having hepatitis C virus (HCV) was the equivalent of serving a life sentence—with a dangerous liver disease. All of that changed with the discovery that the virus could be defeated with a new treatment. To shed light on this groundbreaking therapy, Lucinda Porter, a registered nurse, a passionate HCV advocate, and a hep C patient herself, has written a comprehensive guide for people who are undergoing or considering this new hep C treatment. Ms. Porter begins by explaining what hepatitis C is. She then looks at both the mainstream and the alternative management techniques currently used to keep the virus in check. From there, she examines hep C’s new therapy and what you can expect from it. The author demystifies test results, provides important questions you can ask your healthcare provider, and offers advice—all with the compassion of someone who has gone through the process herself. Well over 3 million North Americans live with hepatitis C. Here, at last, is all the information they need to make informed decisions about their future.
Download or read book Hepatitis C written by Paul J. Thuluvath and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2015-10-30 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thuluvath provides detailed information about Hepatitis C, its diagnosis and management, including dramatically improved treatments that have recently emerged. He answers common and uncommon questions about hepatitis C and liver disease in adults and in children, and also covers complementary and alternative treatments.
Download or read book Handbook of Liver Disease written by Lawrence Samuel Friedman and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here's instant access to the symptoms, signs, differential diagnosis, and treatment for the full range of liver disorders. Written by an international 'who's who' of hepatology-and now in full color-this new 2nd Edition provides readers with top-notch, authoritative guidance they can count on! Discusses the hottest topics in the field, such as non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and the latest information on liver transplantation. Includes expanded coverage of chronic hepatitis C, most notably the use of combination therapy with peginterferon and ribavirin and improvements in the management of the side effects of antiviral therapy. Offers the most recent therapeutic options for the management of chronic hepatitis B and advances in the understanding of the molecular biology of this virus. Updates the approach to the diagnosis of many liver diseases due to newer tests based on molecular techniques and advances in imaging. Features over 340 full-color illustrations. Uses a redesigned templated, outline format that makes reference a snap. Presents a concise, in-depth clinical summary-in an outline format-of the current practice of hepatology for each major disease entity. Provides a liberal use of tables, algorithms, and figures, rendering complex concepts understandable. Includes key point boxes at the beginning of each chapter, providing at-a-glance access to vital information. Includes alert symbols that highlight information that's critical to patient safety.
Download or read book The First Year Hepatitis C written by Cara Bruce and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2009-04-29 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The number of people infected with the Hepatitis C virus has risen to a staggering 200 million worldwide, yet there is surprisingly little information available to the public about this silent epidemic. Cara Bruce and Lisa Montanarelli, both of whom live with Hepatitis C and have become experts on the condition, guide those newly diagnosed step-by-step through the first year following diagnosis. They provide crucial information about the nature of the disease, treatment options, diet, exercise, the myriad of emotional issues that accompany the diagnosis, and much more. The First Year--Hepatitis C will be an invaluable guide for everyone struggling to rebuild their lives after a Hepatitis C diagnosis.
Download or read book Hepatitis C Quick Start written by Kathleen M Davis Np and published by . This book was released on 2020-04-26 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hepatitis C Quick Start: A guide for the clinician is written for clinicians and other health care professionals who need quick access to the fundamentals of chronic Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. With the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommendation that all people ages 18 and up be tested for HCV infection, it is anticipated that 800,000 new cases will be diagnosed.What is chronic hepatitis C? What is the current treatment? Is the treatment curative? Can any medical provider treat HCV? The author has taken her years of research and experience treating patients with chronic HCV and put it in this accessible and comprehensive format to provide you with evidence based guidelines, patient testimonies, practical applications, and patient education handouts.After reading Quick Start you will be comfortable and confident with your understanding of hepatitis C and the guidelines for treatment and prevention, and in turn will be able to render evidence based care and direction to your patients.
Download or read book The Hepatitis C Help Book written by Robert Gish and published by St. Martin's Griffin. This book was released on 2007-05-15 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fully updated and revised edition of an important health guide, including the latest information on optimum interferon protocol. Hepatitis C has been called "the emergent and preeminent public-health problem of the twenty-first century--surpassing HIV." It has also been dubbed "The Shadow Epidemic," because it is one of the most clandestine of viruses and infects healthy people who have no idea they are being attacked by something they can't even detect. Now, the two experts on Hepatitis C who teamed up to write the first comprehensive guide to orthodox and alternative treatment options have revised and fully updated the book to include recent findings in the field. Along with programs for self-care, nutritional and fitness plans and a comprehensive Western and Chinese medical treatment program, the revised edition also includes important new self-help information for the growing number of people who are considering or undergoing interferon treatment, including updated information on vial load and the optimum interferon protocol.
Download or read book Hepatitis C written by Beth Ann Petro Roybal and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2002-09-05 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.
Download or read book Living with Hepatitis C Fifth Edition written by Gregory T. Everson and published by Hatherleigh Press. This book was released on 2009-09-29 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Most Trusted Resource and Reference for Millions of Americans Living with Hepatitis C was the first book to explain in everyday language the causes of this disease, its major and minor symptoms, and all of the latest treatments available. Researchers have continued to make dramatic strides in helping the millions of Americans who suffer from Hepatitis C since the book's first publication, and each new edition has kept up with the most recent findings. The latest revised Living With Hepatitis C, Fifth Edition includes cutting-edge information on: * New treatments including pegylated and consensus interferons * Living-donor transplants * Co-infections with Hepatitis B and HIV/AIDS * Promising new clinical trials of protease and polymerase inhibitors * New maintenance therapies, an expanded and updated resource section, ways to avoid infection, and much more Living with Hepatitis C, Fifth Edition is still the "gold standard" resource and reference for those who must endure this disease. It offers guidance and answers for those infected by the virus--and for their spouses, families, and friends.
Download or read book Living With Hepatitis C For Dummies written by Nina L. Paul and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-05-04 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive, empathetic guide for anyone suffering from this serious liver disease Approximately 4 million Americans and 170 million people worldwide suffer from hepatitis C, a viral liver disease that is treatable but not curable. It accounts for more than 40 percent of U.S. liver disease deaths-about 8,000 to 10,000 people annually-and is the most common reason for liver transplantation. This compassionate guide explains how hepatitis C affects the liver and the body and provides solid advice on today's treatment options-from drugs (and their side effects) to transplants and alternative therapies-as well as tips on dealing with the emotional and financial burdens the disease brings with it. Nina L Paul, PhD (New York, NY) earned her doctorate in infectious disease epidemiology and immunology from Yale University. She has researched viruses (human immunodeficiency virus and others) and the immune system.
Download or read book Hepatitis C Epidemiology Prevention and Elimination written by Angelos Hatzakis and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-04-30 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume focuses on epidemiology, genetic diversity and global distribution of Hepatitis C, as well as laboratory diagnosis. Furthermore, the book explores the natural history of the virus and discusses international elimination strategies. The two volume work on Hepatitis C introduces to the topic by reviewing virology, diagnosis, epidemiology, prevention and elimination of HCV. The book provides a valuable source at full length for researchers and clinicians working on Hepatitis C.
Download or read book Hepatitis C written by Mark Jenkins and published by Hazelden. This book was released on 2000 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Practical, Medical and Spiritual Guidelines for Daily Living with HCV. For those facing the daily challenge of living with the hepatitis C virus (HCV), this handy book offers a healthy dose of hope and practical advice. A day-to-day guide to managing the disease, Hepatitis C combines up-to-date medical information with a spiritual program, rooted in the Twelve Steps, for coping with the issues associated with HCV infection. In clear, non-technical language, Mark Jenkins discusses the causes, symptoms, and progress of HCV, as well as the latest medical guidelines for containing the disease. He describes complementary treatments and provides information on liver transplantation. With attention to the mind-body connection, Jenkins focuses on strategies for maintaining physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. His authoritative, practical, and compassionate guide points the way to a life with HCV that is not just livable but also deeply rewarding.
Download or read book Viral Hepatitis Chronic Hepatitis C written by Resat Ozaras and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-06-21 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents up-to-date, practically oriented information on major topics in chronic hepatitis C. The coverage encompasses epidemiology; diagnosis, including molecular methods; treatment and challenges; and the management of co-infections. Readers will find guidance on pretherapeutic evaluation with respect to disease severity and extrahepatic manifestations. Resistance to antiviral treatment and its management are discussed, and the nature of optimal follow-up is addressed in detail. Treatment of HCV/HIV co-infection is considered separately, and the approach in special patient populations is thoroughly examined. Chronic Hepatitis C will be of high value for general practitioners and specialists in gastroenterology, infectious diseases, and internal medicine. It will be international in scope in terms of both authorship and appeal.
Download or read book Guide to starting a hepatitis C support group written by National Hepatitis C Resource Centre and published by . This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Hepatitis C written by and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2000-10-09 with total page 529 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The anticipated encore volume of the Biomedical Research Reports Series, Hepatitis C is the first book that offers comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of this "silent epidemic." The subject matter ranges from basic science to clinical medicine, with contributions from more than 30 international experts in the field. This important new book details the hepatitis C virus and the disease that it causes, including its prevalence, means of spread, symptoms, complications, natural history, prevention, and therapy.The editors, T. Jake Liang, M.D., and Jay H. Hoofnagle, M.D., are both hepatologists and clinical and laboratory researchers who are well known leaders in the hepatitis field. Their team of authors provide the latest information on key issues such as the role of hepatitis C in liver cancer and evolving therapy for hepatitis C, including special subgroups of patients such as children, patients with renal failure, patients undergoing liver transplantation, and patients with HIV coinfection. The book also addresses future directions in antiviral therapy of hepatitis C and the real challenges of developing a vaccine. Hepatitis C is the integrated reference book for all researchers, clinicians, and students dealing with this troubling virus. Key Features* Provides comprehensive coverage of hepatitis C, ranging from basic science to clinical application* Includes contributions from more than 30 international experts in the field* Supplies current recommendations on management of hepatitis C* Designed in an easy-to-use format with consistent organization* Includes extensive illustrations
Download or read book Eliminating the Public Health Problem of Hepatitis B and C in the United States written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2016-06-01 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hepatitis B and C cause most cases of hepatitis in the United States and the world. The two diseases account for about a million deaths a year and 78 percent of world's hepatocellular carcinoma and more than half of all fatal cirrhosis. In 2013 viral hepatitis, of which hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) are the most common types, surpassed HIV and AIDS to become the seventh leading cause of death worldwide. The world now has the tools to prevent hepatitis B and cure hepatitis C. Perfect vaccination could eradicate HBV, but it would take two generations at least. In the meantime, there is no cure for the millions of people already infected. Conversely, there is no vaccine for HCV, but new direct-acting antivirals can cure 95 percent of chronic infections, though these drugs are unlikely to reach all chronically-infected people anytime soon. This report, the first of two, examines the feasibility of hepatitis B and C elimination in the United States and identifies critical success factors. The phase two report will outline a strategy for meeting the elimination goals discussed in this report.
