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ACUTE HEPATITIS C CASE REPORT FORM Included below are the acceptable submission methods of this form: Healthcare Providers: Please submit this form to your local health department. Local Health Jurisdictions:

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1. Gather all necessary medical information, including patient history, laboratory test results, and imaging studies.
2. Begin by documenting the patient's chief complaint and presenting symptoms.
3. Perform a thorough physical examination, paying close attention to signs of liver disease.
4. Order relevant laboratory tests, including liver function tests, hepatitis C antibody test, viral load measurement, and genotyping.
5. Consider performing imaging studies, such as ultrasound or MRI, to assess the extent of liver damage.
6. Diagnose acute hepatitis C based on a positive hepatitis C antibody test and detectable viral load.
7. Assess the severity of the disease using scoring systems like the Child-Pugh or MELD score.
8. Determine if the patient requires hospitalization or can be managed on an outpatient basis.
9. Provide supportive care and monitor the patient's liver function and viral load regularly.
10. Consider initiating antiviral therapy, such as direct-acting antiviral (DAA) medications, based on the patient's overall health status and viral load levels.
11. Educate the patient about the disease, its transmission modes, and the importance of follow-up care.
12. Follow up with the patient regularly to monitor treatment response and ensure adequate viral suppression.
13. In case of complications or worsening liver function, consider referral to a hepatologist or specialized liver center.
14. Document all findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans accurately and comprehensively.
15. Continuously update the patient's medical record as new information becomes available.

Who needs acute hepatitis c case?

1. Individuals who exhibit symptoms of acute hepatitis C, such as jaundice, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, or abdominal pain.
2. Individuals who have known or suspected exposure to hepatitis C virus (HCV), such as injection drug users, healthcare workers after needlestick injuries, or individuals with a history of unprotected sexual activity with HCV-infected partners.
3. Patients with abnormal liver function tests (elevated alanine aminotransferase levels) and signs of liver inflammation.
4. Individuals with a positive hepatitis C antibody test or detectable viral load during routine or targeted screening.
5. Patients with risk factors for hepatitis C infection, including blood transfusion before 1992, hemodialysis, or receipt of organ transplant before improved screening were implemented.

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What is acute hepatitis c case?

An acute hepatitis C case refers to a recent infection with the hepatitis C virus (HCV), typically characterized by the presence of HCV RNA in the blood along with elevated liver enzymes, occurring within six months of exposure.

Who is required to file acute hepatitis c case?

Healthcare providers and laboratories that diagnose or identify cases of acute hepatitis C are required to file a report to public health authorities.

How to fill out acute hepatitis c case?

To fill out an acute hepatitis C case report, one must provide patient demographic information, clinical data, laboratory results, and details regarding transmission risk factors.

What is the purpose of acute hepatitis c case?

The purpose of reporting acute hepatitis C cases is to monitor the incidence of the disease, implement control measures, and provide data for public health interventions.

What information must be reported on acute hepatitis c case?

The information that must be reported includes the patient's name, date of birth, address, clinical symptoms, laboratory results (e.g., HCV antibody tests, RNA tests), and potential exposure history.