Gastroenterology & Hepatology — Flashcards

Hepatitis A incubation period is ~ _____

Hepatitis A resolution phase lasts up to _____ & can presents with malaise & hepatic tenderness

Hint: time

Those at high risk of Hepatitis A (e.g. close contact) can be offered a _____

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

Hint: time range

Hepatitis A symptoms often improve once _____ occurs

_____ is inflammation of the liver caused by infection with the hepatitis B virus; it is the most prevalent hepatitis viral infection

Most patients with acute hepatitis B present _____; but can present with jaundice, RUQ pain, & nausea + vomiting

Hepatitis A clinical features can be split up into phases: _____ Icteric (2 weeks): Jaundice (80%), cholestasis (dark urine & pale stools), pruritus Resolution: Period of recovery up to 6 months

Hepatitis A prognosis = _____

Hepatitis A icteric phase lasts _____ & presents with jaundice, cholestasis & ± pruritus

Hint: time range