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Interactive Virtual Presentation

Future Generations: Understanding the Similarities and Differences Among Direct-Acting Antivirals for Hepatitis C

Source: Future Generations: Understanding the Similarities and Differences Among Direct-Acting Antivirals for Hepatitis C

Future Generations: Understanding the Similarities and Differences Among Direct-Acting Antivirals for Hepatitis C


Faculty:

Stefan Zeuzem, MD
  • Stefan Zeuzem, MD

CREDIT INFORMATION

Release Date: 3/1/11

Expiration Date: 2/29/12


Physicians: maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit

Status: The activity is not currently available for credit.


Begin the Interactive Virtual Presentation

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

  • Identify the various classes and targets for direct-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) for hepatitis C
  • Contrast the features of investigational DAAs, including activity profiles, resistance, and adverse effects
  • Compare the characteristics of regimens that incorporate investigational DAAs, including duration of treatment, response-guided approaches, and the continuing role of currently approved therapies
  • Critically appraise potential future directions in the use of DAAs, including considerations that may affect their coadministration with other DAA agents

Topics covered include:

  • Classes and targets for direct-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) for hepatitis C 
  • Features of investigational DAAs, including activity profiles, resistance, and adverse effects 
  • Characteristics of regimens that incorporate investigational DAAs, including duration of treatment, response-guided approaches, and the continuing role of currently approved therapies 
  • Potential future directions in the use of DAAs, including considerations that may affect their coadministration with other DAA agents 

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Jointly sponsored by Annenberg Center for Health Sciences at Eisenhower and Clinical Care Options, LLC.

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