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Hepatitis C virus genotypes: clinical relevance and therapeutic implications.
Chang Gung medical journal - 1 Jan 2000
Lee Chuan-Mo, Hung Chao-Hung, Lu Sheng-Nan, Changchien Chi-Sin
Abstract excerpt
The incidence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) -related hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) has been increasing in several countries including Taiwan. There are six main genotypes, each of which contains closely related subtypes. Molecular epidemiological studies have shown marked differences in the genotype distribution by geographical region and between patient groups. HCV genotype 1 may play a role in the development of...
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