Chronic Hepatitis C
@article{Sharara1997ChronicHC,
title={Chronic Hepatitis C},
author={Ala I. Sharara},
journal={Southern Medical Journal},
year={1997},
volume={90},
pages={872-877}
}Background. Infection with the hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a leading cause of chronic liver disease worldwide. Epidemiologic and natural history studies have helped to define the clinical impact of HCV infection, and molecular diagnostic assays have established clinical endpoints against which therapeutic regimens are currently tested. The absence of definitive therapy has generated controversy regarding indications and optimal candidacy for currently approved treatment. This paper reviews the… Expand
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