Study Finds Most Children with Hep C have Developmental Disorder, Learning Difficulty

 ADHD in the News 2024-11-21


Key Takeaways: A study found 62% of children with chronic HCV had neurodevelopmental disorders, with ADHD being the most common. Rising HCV-positive pregnancies, primarily due to vertical transmission, contribute to increased chronic HCV in children. The study emphasizes the importance of proactive identification and resource linkage for children with chronic HCV and neurodevelopmental issues. BC Children's Hospital's study represents the entire known population of HCV-positive children in British Columbia.