Guidelines for Viral Hepatitis Surveillance and Case Management

This monograph is a manual that provides guidance to clinicians, state and local health departments, and other health agencies on case ascertainment, reporting, investigation, and follow-up of persons with acute viral hepatitis. It presents a framework for the development of systems for identifying and following up persons who may have chronic hepatitis B (HBV) or hepatitis C (HCV) virus infections. The guidelines describe the elements needed and best practices for conducting surveillance for viral hepatitis. A copy of the case report sheet and patient history sheets are included.