New treatments for chronic hepatitis C infection
New treatments for chronic hepatitis C infection
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Tarih
2016-01-01
Yazarlar
Yapali, Suna
Tozun, Nurdan
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Yayınevi
MARMARA UNIV, FAC MEDICINE
Dergi Adı
MARMARA MEDICAL JOURNAL
Özet
The goal of HCV treatment is to prevent cirrhosis, hepatocellular carcinoma, liver-related deaths. The development of direct-acting antiviral (DAA) agents which target various steps in HCV lifecycle led to a revolution by providing nearly complete eradication of HCV. The new treatment regimens with high cure rates have changed the standards of care in the regions where patients have access to new treatments. This review addresses the recent updates in management of chronic hepatitis C infection.
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Anahtar kelimeler
Hepatitis C, New treatments, Direct antiviral agents