Nationwide treatment program for Hepatitis C in Iceland

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This initiative aims to provide effective treatment to all known cases of Hepatitis C in Iceland, utilizing direct acting antiviral agents to halt the transmission of the virus. The program will monitor both short-term and long-term outcomes, including virological response rates and compliance over an initial treatment phase of up to three years. Additionally, the incidence of new HCV infections and long-term complications such as cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma will be tracked for up to 15 years. The goal is to significantly reduce the disease burden associated with chronic Hepatitis C infection.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* HCV positive subjects 18 years and older, living in Iceland and covered by the Icelandic Health Insurance.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age under 18 years
* Inability to sign informed consent.

Where it's running

• Landspitali
  Reykjavik, Iceland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Sigurdur Olafsson, MD — Landspitali University Hospital
• Study coordinator: Ragnheidur Fridriksdottir, B.Sc, MA
• Email: ragnhefr@landspitali.is
• Phone: + 354 543 6096

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.