Hepatitis C Management in Special Populations
Summary
- HCV is a major cause of cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma worldwide[Ponziani 2011]
- In the US, HCV is a leading cause of liver-related death and the most common indication for liver transplantation[Fayek 2016; CDC HCV FAQ]
- Effective HCV therapies are available; the presence of comorbidities, coinfections, and other special patient circumstances may complicate their use in clinical practice
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Keywords: Hepatitis C, Hepatitis C-Special Populations