Dr. Chapa’s Clinical Pearls. UPDATED Recs: Hep B in Pregnancy (Sept 2023).
Aug 27, 2023
This podcast discusses the updated guidelines for Hepatitis B in pregnancy, including the new national recommendations for testing and screening. It highlights the importance of the Hep B triple screen in detecting infection. The podcast also covers the use of antiviral therapy and recommendations for preventing perinatal transmission of Hep B.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Updated Rules for Hepatitis B Viral Infection in Pregnancy
02:17 • 2min
New Guidelines for Hepatitis B Screening and Testing
04:44 • 14min
The Importance of Hepatitis B Triple Screen in Pregnancy
18:58 • 10min
Antiviral Therapy Cutoffs and Prevention of Perinatal Transmission
29:28 • 2min
Antiviral Medication and Recommendations for Hepatitis B in Pregnancy
31:12 • 3min