Hep C

• What are some risk factors for developing hep C?

  IV drugs

  Blood transfusion

  Needle stick injuries

  Sex

  Vertical transmission
• What are some early-stage features of hep C infection?

  Asymptomatic

  Non-specific symptoms

  Jaundice, dark urine and pale stools (inc bilirubin levels)
• What are some late-stage features of a hep C infection?

  Asymptomatic

  Hepatomegaly

  Splenomegaly

  Ascites
• What are some extrahepatic manifestations of hep C?

  Cryoglobulinemia

  Glomerulonephritis

  Porphyria cutanea tarda
• What are 2 first line investigations for hep C?

  Anti-HCV antibody serology

  LFTs
• What is the first step in hep C diagnosis?

  Anti-HCV antibody serology