Author

Vella S

April 2, 2020
Optimization of hepatitis C virus screening strategies by birth cohort in Italy
Summary Optimization of hepatitis C virus screening strategies by birth cohort in Italy Background and Aims Cost-effective screening strategies are needed to make hepatitis C virus (HCV) elimination a reality. We determined if birth cohort screening is cost-effective in Italy. Methods A model was developed to quantify screening and healthcare costs associated with HCV. The […]

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August 10, 2018
Forecasting Hepatitis C liver disease burden on real life data. Does the hidden iceberg matter to reach the elimination goals?
Summary Background & Aims Advances in direct acting anti-viral treatment of HCV have reinvigorated public health initiatives aimed at identifying affected individuals. We evaluated the possible impact of only diagnosed and linked-to-care individuals on overall HCV burden estimates and identified a possible strategy to achieve the WHO targets by 2030. Methods Using a modelling approach […]

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