Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

What is the mainstay management of Hepatitis A? _____

Hepatitis A is transmitted via the _____

Hepatitis B serology: _____ is positive when there is current infection (acute or chronic)

Hepatitis A prodromal phase lasts _____ & presents with flu-like illness, nausea & vomiting, with RUQ pain

Hint: time range

_____ is a self-limiting infection with hepatitis A virus that causes inflammation of the liver

Hepatitis B serology: _____ is positive when there is immunity from previous infection or vaccination

LFTs for hepatitis A will show: _____ ALT & AST Normal or ↑ bilirubin Normal or ↑ PT

Hepatitis B can be transmitted during child birth due to infected bodily fluids (_____)

When monitoring chronic hepatitis B do LFTs every _____ & hepatic US every 6 months

If a case of hepatitis B is suspected then _____