Screening for Hepatitis c in People Who Inject Drugs in Armenia-Colombia

Research question ¿What is the prevalence of HCV in the PWID in the City of Armenia-Colombia? Through this observational study, the prevalence will be determined by screening PWID for hepatitis C by rapid HCV antibody test, to subsequently perform confirmation with viral load PCR in those seropositive. In addition, support will be provided to patients to facilitate their treatment and linkage to care. The use of a respondent-driven sampling (RDS) method will permit obtaining a statistically valid sample. The objective of this study is to estimate the prevalence of anti-HCV antibodies in PWID between 18 and 65 years of age in the municipality of Armenia (Quindío) through public health strategies such as screening that allows characterize the affected people and facilitate access to diagnosis and treatment.