Hepatocellular Carcinoma and Viral Hepatitis in New York City

Conclusions. In NYC, most persons with HCC have viral hepatitis; the majority of viral hepatitis infections are due to HCV. Survival for persons with HCC differs widely by viral hepatitis status. This study highlights the importance of viral hepatitis prevention and treatment and HCC screening.

Source: Clinical Infectious Diseases - December 7, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Moore, M. S., Ivanina, E., Bornschlegel, K., Qiao, B., Schymura, M. J., Laraque, F. Tags: ARTICLES AND COMMENTARIES Source Type: research