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Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), HCV Mind Map by Ben Ferguson, References
Kahn,…
Hepatitis C Virus (HCV)
Assessment Data
Lab/Diagnostic Tests
Preicteric Stage: Serum Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) or Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) may be elevated.
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Etiology
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Transmission
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Bodily fluids (semen, saliva)
Incubation period 2 weeks to 6 months (average, 6-9 weeks).
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HCV Pathophysiology
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In severe cases, bile ducts may become blocked resulting in biliary stasis resulting in bile being forced into the blood.
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HCV lasting longer than 6 months will eventually cause permanent liver damage (fibrosis and cirrhosis).
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ReferencesKahn, A. (2021, November 30). Everything to know about hepatitis C. Healthline. Retrieved January 30, 2022, from https://www.healthline.com/health/hepatitis-cMayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2021, August 31). Hepatitis C. Mayo Clinic. Retrieved January 30, 2022, from https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hepatitis-c/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20354284VanMeter, K. C., & Hubert, R. J. (2018). Chapter 17: Digestive System Disorders. In Gould's pathophysiology for the Health Professions (Sixth, pp. 427–487). essay, Elsevier.