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The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine-2020

Krisztina Hagymási1

  • 11st Department of Surgery and Interventional Gastroenterology, Semmelweis University, Budapest, Hungary.

Structural Chemistry
|February 15, 2021
PubMed

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The discovery of the Hepatitis C virus (HCV) led to blood screening and effective antiviral treatments. This breakthrough enables a 95% cure rate, supporting the WHO

Area of Science:

  • Virology
  • Hepatology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • The Hepatitis C virus (HCV) causes chronic liver disease in 80% of infected individuals.
  • HCV infection is a leading cause of cirrhosis, liver failure, and hepatocellular carcinoma.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the significance of the 2020 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
  • To underscore the impact of discovering the Hepatitis C virus.

Main Methods:

  • Isolation of the Hepatitis C virus.
  • Development of diagnostic screening for blood and blood products.
  • Advancement of direct-acting antiviral agents for treatment.

Main Results:

  • Enabled effective screening of blood donations, significantly reducing transmission.
  • Achieved a cure rate exceeding 95% for infected individuals.
  • Minimized side effects associated with antiviral therapies.

Conclusions:

  • The discovery of HCV has revolutionized patient care and public health strategies.
  • Current treatments offer a high cure rate, aligning with the WHO's goal to eliminate viral hepatitis by 2030.

Keywords:
Direct-acting antiviral agentsEliminationHepatitis C virusNobel PrizeScreening

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