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Is hepatitis c screened for before surgery ?
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Hepatitis C : The most common answer would be no. I have never seen a surgeon ask for this kind of screening for any of my patients prior to going to the or. But, when asked about your medical history please be honest if you are hepatitis c positive. They should not treat you any differently but will be extra cautious for the staff working with the surgeon.
Answered 3/29/2013
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Not necessarily...: ...but it is recommended for those born between 1945 and 1965. Boomers are at the highest risk for HCV--of the 3.5 million Americans with chronic hepatitis C, 80% are boomers.
Answered 5/18/2017
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