Recommendation for Routine Prenatal Screening for Hepatitis C

Morrison, Althea L

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Recommendation for Routine Prenatal Screening for Hepatitis C

Morrison, Althea L

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Abstract

Hepatitis C prevalence and incidence are on the rise, both nationally and in Vermont. This project aims to assess the feasibility and potential benefit of implementing routine prenatal Hepatitis C screening, as opposed to screening only patients who fall within the high exposure risk category. Routine prenatal screening is a simple and cost effective means of increasing the early detection and treatment of Hepatitis C.