Too many people with viral hepatitis are diagnosed late — with dire consequences

Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Published online: 19 July 2019; doi:10.1038/s41575-019-0177-zLate presentation to hepatitis B virus and hepatitis C virus care is common, hindering global efforts to reduce the morbidity and mortality associated with liver disease. Models of care promoting and simplifying early testing of viral hepatitis are needed if we are to eliminate viral hepatitis as a major public health threat by 2030.

Source: Nature Reviews Gastroenterology and Hepatology - July 18, 2019 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Jeffrey V. Lazarus Camila Picchio John F. Dillon J ürgen K. Rockstroh Nina Weis Maria Buti Source Type: research