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Is global elimination of HCV realistic?

Vincenza Calvaruso1, Salvatore Petta1, Antonio Craxì1

  • 1Sezione di Gastroenterologia & Epatologia, DIBIMIS, Università di Palermo, Palermo, Italy.

Liver International : Official Journal of the International Association for the Study of the Liver
|February 11, 2018
PubMed

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New antiviral drugs offer a path to eliminate hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Achieving the World Health Organization

Area of Science:

  • Hepatology and Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health and Epidemiology

Background:

  • Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection remains a significant global health concern.
  • New direct-acting antiviral (DAA) drugs have revolutionized HCV treatment, offering high cure rates.
  • The World Health Organization (WHO) has set ambitious targets for HCV elimination by 2030.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current epidemiology of HCV infection.
  • To discuss strategies for increasing patient awareness and overcoming treatment barriers.
  • To examine the impact of HCV clearance on disease outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of epidemiological data on HCV.
  • Analysis of current treatment guidelines and access to care.
  • Discussion of public health interventions for HCV control.

Main Results:

  • DAA therapy is effective even in patients with advanced liver disease (decompensated cirrhosis).
  • Significant reductions in HCV incidence and mortality are achievable with comprehensive strategies.
  • Effective HCV elimination requires integrated approaches including screening, linkage to care, and treatment.

Conclusions:

  • HCV elimination is a feasible goal with current antiviral therapies.
  • Public health initiatives focusing on awareness, screening, and access to treatment are crucial.
  • Successful HCV clearance contributes to reducing HCV-related morbidity and mortality.

Keywords:
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