Reflex testing. A key tool for the elimination of hepatitis C

Area of Science:

• Hepatology
• Infectious Diseases
• Public Health

Background:

• Hepatitis C is a leading cause of liver cirrhosis and liver cancer.
• It is the primary reason for liver transplants in Europe.
• Current treatments offer a pathway to disease elimination.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the importance of direct-acting antivirals in Hepatitis C elimination.
• To emphasize the role of screening and testing in achieving public health goals.

Main Methods:

• Review of current antiviral therapies.
• Analysis of public health strategies for infectious disease control.

Main Results:

• Direct-acting antivirals provide a highly effective cure for Hepatitis C.
• Achieving World Health Organization elimination targets is feasible with current tools.

Conclusions:

• Hepatitis C elimination is a realistic goal.
• Widespread population screening and reflect testing are essential for success.