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National Progress Toward Hepatitis C Elimination - Georgia, 2015-2016
MMWR. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
|October 21, 2016
Summary
Georgia
Area of Science:
- Hepatology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health Initiatives
Background:
- Georgia faces a high prevalence of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infection.
- Inadequate infection control in healthcare and unsafe injection practices among persons who inject drugs contribute to HCV transmission.
- HCV infection poses significant morbidity and mortality risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report on the initial phase of Georgia's HCV elimination program launched in April 2015.
- To assess the progress of HCV treatment and sustained virologic response rates.
- To identify challenges and pave the way for global HCV elimination efforts.
Main Methods:
- The program focused on treating individuals with advanced liver disease and high-risk populations.
- Data collected on patient registration, treatment initiation, completion, and post-treatment PCR testing.
- Sustained virologic response (SVR) defined as undetectable HCV RNA 12 weeks post-treatment.
Main Results:
- By April 2016, 27,392 individuals registered for HCV treatment.
- 8,448 (30.8%) initiated treatment, and 5,850 (69.2%) completed it.
- Among 2,398 tested post-treatment, 1,980 (82.6%) achieved SVR, indicating cure.
Conclusions:
- Georgia's HCV elimination program shows promising initial results with high cure rates.
- Significant challenges remain, including expanding access to care and comprehensive prevention strategies.
- The program serves as a potential model for other countries aiming to eliminate HCV.
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