Interrupted HCV Treatment Courses: Cases and Lessons From the National Clinician Consultation Center HEPline

The HCV Consultation Line (HEPline) has received multiple cases involving Hepatitis C (HCV) treatment interruptions with prescribers asking for guidance on best approaches. This presentation reviews representative HCV cases where treatment interruptions provide lessons in improving systems of care to prevent treatment lapses and optimize the chance of HCV cure.

Learning Objectives

1. Describe factors that lead to interruptions in HCV treatment.
2. Discuss pre-emptive or real-time interventions that HCV treaters can make to avoid or minimize treatment interruptions.
3. Explain the role the HCV Consultation Line can play in providing clinical support to HCV providers.