Acute hepatitis C virus infection
ICD-10 Code
B17.1
Acute hepatitis C virus infection
Definition
A new infection by the hepatitis C virus, which can be detected in blood. Signs and symptoms may include right upper quadrant abdominal pain, jaundice, dark urine, white stools and nausea. Approximately 15%-25% individuals clear the virus from their bodies without treatment. 75%-85% individuals develop chronic hepatitis C. There are possible treatments depending on individual characteristics.
Also known as acute hepatitis C — per MONDO
Also identified as
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Liver | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Liver | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |