The Liver Meeting 2019-Hepatitis B Update

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In the video, the presenter discusses the prevalence and management of Hepatitis B, addressing confusion surrounding tests, interpreting results, indications for treatment, and choice of therapy. They also cover Hepatitis B reactivation, patient evaluation, risk factors, surveillance, and treatment options. The discussion includes unique scenarios like Hepatitis B in liver transplant recipients, role of genotype testing, and issues with IVIG infusions causing transient core positivity. The panel addresses questions on choosing between TAIS and TAIR, considerations for patients with family history of HCC, implementing antiviral treatment, and Hepatitis B vaccination in certain cases. The session concludes with a focus on managing Hepatitis B patients with positive family history and potential issues arising from IVIG infusions.

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Presenter: Anna S. Lok

Keywords

Hepatitis B

prevalence

management

tests

treatment

reactivation

genotype testing