The first session provided an introduction to sample collection and handling where Data Managers at EF CLIF reviewed the study protocol and provided instructions on the use of the EASL-CLIF Consortium predictive scores. During the second session, participants were hands-on trained in the use of the electronic case report form. 

The two-day workshop will be repeated on 30–31 October 2018 in Mexico City for investigators in participating centers in Colombia, Mexico, Panama and Peru.