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DOPPS participation associated with lower HCV rates in dialysis patients
HCV infection decreased from 2.9 to 1.2 per 100 patient-years in countries participating in the initial phase of DOPPS.
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AGA Clinical Practice Update: Direct-acting antivirals and hepatocellular carcinoma
For patients listed for liver transplantation, determine timing of DAA therapy on a case-by-case basis, consider regional wait times, availability...
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Ribavirin boosts HCV genotype 3 eradication in compensated cirrhotic patients
VIENNA – Data from more than 14,000 English patients showed incremental benefit from ribavirin when treating hepatitis C genotype 3 virus.
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Mavyret approved for children with any HCV genotype
Mavyret (glecaprevir and pibrentasvir) tablets are the first means of treating any of six identified genotypes of HCV in children.
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Tenofovir disoproxil treated HBV with fewer future HCCs
VIENNA - Chronic hepatitis B virus-infected patients treated with tenofovir disoproxil fumarate developed significantly fewer hepatocellular...
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HCC linked to mitochondrial damage, iron accumulation from HCV
Mitochondrial damage and iron accumulation from HCV are linked to the development of hepatocellular carcinoma.
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The VA vs HCV: Making a Deadly Disease a Memory
The VA is “within striking distance” of eliminating the hepatitis C virus in all veterans “willing and able to be treated,” with the expectation...
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An HCV-infected population showed gaps in HBV testing, vaccination, and care
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Achieving Excellence in Hepatitis B Virus Care for Veterans in the VHA
Enhancing care of veterans infected with hepatitis B virus who are in VHA care includes providingclinical guidance, informatics tools, patient...
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One HCV infection leads to another in HIV+ MSM