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Role of PNPLA3 in the Assessment and Monitoring of Hepatic Steatosis and Fibrosis in Patients with Chronic Hepatitis C Infection Who Achieved a Sustained Virologic Response.
Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) - 24 Oct 2021
Gavril Oana Irina, Arhire Lidia Iuliana, Gavrilescu Otilia, Dranga Mihaela, Barboi Oana, Gavril Radu Sebastian, Popescu Roxana, Cijevschi Prelipcean Cristina, Trifan Anca-Victorita, Mihai Catalina
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Background and Objectives: Hepatic diseases are an important public health problem. All patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection receive treatment, regardless of hepatic fibrosis severity. However, evaluation of hepatic fibrosis and steatosis is still useful in assessing evolution, prognosis and monitoring of hepatic disease, especially after treatment with direct-acting antivirals (DAAs). The aim...
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