Chronic Hepatitis B : Special Populations & Considerations

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Overview

Welcome to this comprehensive video lecture on Chronic Hepatitis B, focusing on Special Populations and Key Considerations. By the end of this session, you will gain valuable insights into evidence-based approaches to manage Chronic Hepatitis B in these unique contexts, empowering healthcare professionals to deliver personalized, high-quality care.

Let’s delve deeper into this vital topic and ensure a better understanding of how to address the needs of diverse patient populations effectively.

 

KEY Objectives 

1. Understand Hepatitis B Infection Basics

  • Review the epidemiology, virology, and natural history of Hepatitis B.
  • Highlight the modes of transmission and risk factors.

2. Identify Special Populations Affected by Hepatitis B

  • Define what constitutes a "special population" (e.g., pregnant women, HIV coinfected , individuals with comorbidities, immunocompromised individuals).
  • Discuss the unique challenges in managing these populations.

3. Discuss Screening and Diagnostic Approaches

  • Outline tailored screening protocols for special populations.
  • Highlight the interpretation of serologic and molecular markers of HBV infection.

4. Explore Preventive Strategies

  • Emphasize the importance of vaccination, especially in high-risk groups.
  • Address post-exposure prophylaxis in special cases (e.g., neonates born to HBsAg-positive mothers, healthcare workers).

5. Examine Treatment Guidelines for Special Populations

  • Review available antiviral therapies and their applicability to specific populations.
  • Address considerations for treatment during pregnancy (expansion in WHO Criteria for the treatment of Hepatitis B in pregnancy) .

6. Address Complications and Comorbidities

  • Discuss the management of HBV-related liver disease, including cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma, in special populations.
  • Faculty: Dr.Faisal Abaalkhail,  MD, ABIM FRCPC

    Dr. Abaalkhail is currently working as a consultant Transplant Hepatologist and Gastroenterologist at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center in Riyadh and Adjunct Professor in the College of Medicine at Al Faisal University in Riyadh.

     

    Target Audience:

  • Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology and Pharmacists

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HBV Rx in Special Population
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سهيل محمد

19 ديسمبر 2024
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20 ديسمبر 2024
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