Thursday, January 4, 2018

How Injection Drug Use Affects HCV Treatment

Clinical Care Options
How Injection Drug Use Affects HCV Treatment
Norah Terrault MD, MPH - 1/3/2018
Here’s my take on why colocalization of HCV treatment with other medical and social services may be ideal for persons who inject drugs.

In this viral hepatitis case series, we highlight common patient case scenarios and the critical decision making that informs selection of optimal patient management strategies. This commentary features a young woman recently diagnosed with HCV infection after initiating medication-assisted treatment for heroin use. Key considerations for her care are discussed, including how former injection drug use affects her candidacy for HCV treatment.
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