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What is the timeframe for the potential development of cirrhosis after acute HCV infection in a significant number of patients?
What is the timeframe for the potential development of cirrhosis after acute HCV infection in a significant number of patients?
- 20 to 30 years
- 5 to 20 years (correct)
- 1 to 5 years
- 30 to 50 years
Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for HCV infection?
Which of the following is NOT a common risk factor for HCV infection?
- Intravenous drug abuse
- Having surgery within the last 6 months
- Multiple sexual partners
- Consuming contaminated water (correct)
What percentage of patients with chronic HCV infection show persistent circulating HCV RNA despite antibodies?
What percentage of patients with chronic HCV infection show persistent circulating HCV RNA despite antibodies?
- 100%
- 50% to 70%
- Less than 50%
- More than 90% (correct)
What is the most reliable indicator of recent HDV exposure?
What is the most reliable indicator of recent HDV exposure?
In acute HCV infection, when are anti-HCV antibodies typically detected?
In acute HCV infection, when are anti-HCV antibodies typically detected?
In which situation does HDV superinfection occur?
In which situation does HDV superinfection occur?
What is a characteristic feature of HEV infection regarding mortality?
What is a characteristic feature of HEV infection regarding mortality?
What method is used to diagnose HEV before the onset of clinical illness?
What method is used to diagnose HEV before the onset of clinical illness?
Which serologic marker sequence is indicative of acute co-infection with both HDV and HBV?
Which serologic marker sequence is indicative of acute co-infection with both HDV and HBV?
What is the natural course of symptoms in HEV infection?
What is the natural course of symptoms in HEV infection?
What is the likely outcome when a patient contracts Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) as a child perinatally?
What is the likely outcome when a patient contracts Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) as a child perinatally?
Which statement accurately describes a characteristic of HBV transmission?
Which statement accurately describes a characteristic of HBV transmission?
What does the presence of HBeAg in serum indicate about a patient with HBV?
What does the presence of HBeAg in serum indicate about a patient with HBV?
During acute HBV infection, when does the IgM anti-HBc antibody typically become detectable?
During acute HBV infection, when does the IgM anti-HBc antibody typically become detectable?
What percentage of individuals infected with HBV typically experience mild or no symptoms?
What percentage of individuals infected with HBV typically experience mild or no symptoms?
In the context of Hepatitis B infection, which marker appears first before the onset of symptoms?
In the context of Hepatitis B infection, which marker appears first before the onset of symptoms?
Which condition is NOT a clinical outcome associated with HBV infection?
Which condition is NOT a clinical outcome associated with HBV infection?
What could be a possible consequence of chronic HBV infection?
What could be a possible consequence of chronic HBV infection?
Which mode of transmission for HBV has seen a significant reduction due to blood screening?
Which mode of transmission for HBV has seen a significant reduction due to blood screening?
Which of these symptoms is NOT commonly associated with HBV infection?
Which of these symptoms is NOT commonly associated with HBV infection?
What is the primary clinical outcome of acute hepatitis B virus infection that typically results in complete recovery?
What is the primary clinical outcome of acute hepatitis B virus infection that typically results in complete recovery?
Which statement correctly describes the carrier rate of hepatitis B virus?
Which statement correctly describes the carrier rate of hepatitis B virus?
Which of the following is NOT a mode of transmission for hepatitis B virus?
Which of the following is NOT a mode of transmission for hepatitis B virus?
What does the persistence of HBeAg indicate in a patient with hepatitis B virus infection?
What does the persistence of HBeAg indicate in a patient with hepatitis B virus infection?
Which of the following symptoms is most commonly associated with acute hepatitis B virus infection?
Which of the following symptoms is most commonly associated with acute hepatitis B virus infection?
How long does HBsAg typically remain detectable during acute HBV infection?
How long does HBsAg typically remain detectable during acute HBV infection?
What likely represents a significant progression in the pathogenesis of HBV-related liver disease?
What likely represents a significant progression in the pathogenesis of HBV-related liver disease?
Which antibody appears in serum shortly before the onset of symptoms in acute hepatitis B virus infection?
Which antibody appears in serum shortly before the onset of symptoms in acute hepatitis B virus infection?
What is a distinguishing characteristic of individuals with chronic HBV infection?
What is a distinguishing characteristic of individuals with chronic HBV infection?
Which of these outcomes is least likely to occur in adults infected with HBV in non-endemic areas?
Which of these outcomes is least likely to occur in adults infected with HBV in non-endemic areas?
What is the timeframe for the emergence of anti-HCV antibodies in symptomatic acute HCV infection for many patients?
What is the timeframe for the emergence of anti-HCV antibodies in symptomatic acute HCV infection for many patients?
Which of the following correctly describes a characteristic of chronic HCV infection?
Which of the following correctly describes a characteristic of chronic HCV infection?
Which factor is NOT considered a common risk factor for HCV infection?
Which factor is NOT considered a common risk factor for HCV infection?
What unique relationship does the Hepatitis D Virus (HDV) have with the Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)?
What unique relationship does the Hepatitis D Virus (HDV) have with the Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)?
What is a primary characteristic of Hepatitis E virus (HEV) infections specific to pregnant women?
What is a primary characteristic of Hepatitis E virus (HEV) infections specific to pregnant women?
Which statement correctly describes the diagnostic approach to confirm HCV infection in symptomatic patients?
Which statement correctly describes the diagnostic approach to confirm HCV infection in symptomatic patients?
Which type of infection does acute co-infection by HDV and HBV indicate?
Which type of infection does acute co-infection by HDV and HBV indicate?
How does the chronic hepatitis C infection typically manifest in terms of serum aminotransferases?
How does the chronic hepatitis C infection typically manifest in terms of serum aminotransferases?
Which animal reservoirs are associated with Hepatitis E virus (HEV)?
Which animal reservoirs are associated with Hepatitis E virus (HEV)?
What is the expected duration of symptom resolution in HEV infection?
What is the expected duration of symptom resolution in HEV infection?
Flashcards
HBV infection
HBV infection
A type of hepatitis caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV), characterized by inflammation of the liver, which can be acute or chronic. Usually resolves spontaneously without treatment, but can progress to chronic disease.
Acute hepatitis with recovery
Acute hepatitis with recovery
A phase of HBV infection where the inflammation of the liver subsides, and the virus is eliminated from the body. The individual recovers fully, and the risk of chronic liver disease is low.
Non-progressive chronic hepatitis
Non-progressive chronic hepatitis
A stage of HBV infection where the virus persists in the liver but does not cause significant liver damage. Symptoms are usually mild or absent.
Progressive chronic disease
Progressive chronic disease
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Fulminant hepatitis
Fulminant hepatitis
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Asymptomatic carrier state
Asymptomatic carrier state
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Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection
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HBV carrier
HBV carrier
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Age at HBV infection
Age at HBV infection
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HBV infectivity
HBV infectivity
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Chronic HCV Infection
Chronic HCV Infection
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HCV Risk Factors
HCV Risk Factors
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HCV Antibody Detection
HCV Antibody Detection
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HCV RNA in Chronic Infection
HCV RNA in Chronic Infection
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Hepatitis D Virus (HDV)
Hepatitis D Virus (HDV)
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HDV Infection Pathways
HDV Infection Pathways
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Diagnosis of HDV Infection
Diagnosis of HDV Infection
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Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) Transmission
Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) Transmission
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Zoonotic Nature of HEV
Zoonotic Nature of HEV
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HEV Mortality in Pregnancy
HEV Mortality in Pregnancy
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Clinical outcomes of HBV infection
Clinical outcomes of HBV infection
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Perinatal transmission of HBV
Perinatal transmission of HBV
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Intravenous drug use and HCV
Intravenous drug use and HCV
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HEV Transmission
HEV Transmission
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Infectivity of HBV
Infectivity of HBV
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Chronic hepatitis
Chronic hepatitis
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Study Notes
Hepatitis B Virus (HBV)
- HBV infection outcomes range from acute hepatitis with recovery to chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, fulminant hepatitis, or an asymptomatic carrier state.
- HBV-induced chronic liver disease significantly contributes to hepatocellular carcinoma.
- Approximately 2 billion people globally have been infected with HBV, with 400 million having chronic infections. One-third of the world’s population has been infected by HBV.
- Perinatal transmission, horizontal transmission among children, unprotected sexual activity, and intravenous drug use are modes of transmission. Transmission also occurs through minor cuts and breaks in the skin or mucous membranes among children with close contact, as well as through unprotected heterosexual or homosexual intercourse.
- Blood transfusion transmission has decreased due to improved donor screening.
- Most HBV infections are mild or asymptomatic, without jaundice. 70% of infections are mild or asymptomatic; the other 30% experience anorexia, fever, jaundice, and upper right quadrant pain.
- Symptoms in symptomatic cases often include anorexia, fever, jaundice, and upper right quadrant pain.
- Chronic disease is less common in adults outside endemic areas.
- Fulminant hepatitis is rare.
- HBsAg appears before symptoms, peaks during illness, and declines to undetectable levels within 3 to 6 months. This is a diagnostic marker for acute infection.
- Anti-HBs antibody develops after acute disease resolution.
- HBeAg, HBV-DNA, and DNA polymerase indicate active viral replication appearing soon after HBsAg in serum.
- Persistence of HBeAg is a significant indicator of continued viral replication, infectivity, and probable progression to chronic hepatitis.
- The appearance of anti-HBe antibodies implies that an acute infection has peaked and is resolving.
- IgM anti-HBc becomes detectable in serum shortly before the onset of symptoms (for diagnosis of acute infection). Over a period of months, the IgM anti-HBc antibody is replaced by IgG anti-HBc.
Hepatitis C Virus (HCV)
- HCV is a major cause of chronic blood-borne liver disease and the most common chronic blood-borne infection.
- Progression to chronic disease is common in HCV infection. Cirrhosis may develop 5-20 years after infection in 20-30% of patients with persistent infection.
- Intravenous drug use, multiple sex partners, recent surgery, needle stick injuries, exposure to infected persons, and medical/dental work are risk factors (along with unknown factors accounting for 32% of cases).
- HCV RNA is detected in blood 1-3 weeks after infection, with elevated serum transaminases.
- Anti-HCV antibodies are detected in 50-70% of symptomatic acute cases, developing later in the remaining individuals. In symptomatic acute infections, anti-HCV antibodies are found in 50-70% of patients. The remaining patients produce anti-HCV antibodies after 3-6 weeks.
- HCV RNA persists in many chronically infected patients, even with neutralizing antibodies. (over 90% of those with chronic disease).
- HCV RNA testing is crucial for diagnosis and monitoring of viral replication in chronic cases.
- Chronic HCV infection often presents with episodic elevations in serum aminotransferases, with intervening normal or near-normal periods.
Hepatitis D Virus (HDV)
- HDV is an RNA virus dependent on HBV for its life cycle.
- HDV infection can occur through acute coinfection (simultaneous HDV & HBV infection) or superinfection (new HDV infection in a chronic HBV carrier).
- HDV RNA can be detected in blood and liver before and during acute symptomatic disease.
- IgM anti-HDV is a reliable indicator of recent HDV exposure.
- Both IgM anti-HDV and IgM anti-HBc are indicators of acute co-infection.
Hepatitis E Virus (HEV)
- HEV is an enterically transmitted, waterborne infection common in young to middle-aged adults. Sporadic infection and overt illness in children are rare.
- HEV is zoonotic, with reservoirs in animals like monkeys, cats, pigs, and dogs.
- HEV infection has a high mortality rate in pregnant women (approaching 20%).
- HEV RNA and virions can be detected in stool and serum before symptomatic illness.
- Symptoms typically resolve within 2-4 weeks.
- IgM anti-HEV is replaced by persistent IgG anti-HEV.
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This quiz covers crucial aspects of Hepatitis B Virus (HBV), including its transmission, infection outcomes, and the significance of chronic liver disease in the context of hepatocellular carcinoma. Learn about the symptoms, modes of transmission, and the global impact of HBV infections. Test your knowledge on HBV and its implications for public health.
