Conclusion: HBV-induced HCC is a complex, stepwise process that includes integration of
HBV DNA into host DNA at multiple or single sites. On the contrary, the cancerogenesis …

On the basis of phylogenetic analysis of nucleotide sequences, multiple genotypes and
subtypes of hepatitis C virus (HCV) have been identified. Characterization of these genetic …

The role of steatosis in the progression of liver damage in chronic hepatitis C (CHC) was
studied. Enrolled were 180 consecutive liver biopsy-proven CHC patients and 41 additional …

To gain a clearer understanding of the rate of progression to cirrhosis and its determinants in
chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, a systematic review of published epidemiologic …

Background and aims: The natural history of initially compensated cirrhosis due to hepatitis
B (HBV) or hepatitis C (HCV) virus is only partially defined. We have investigated morbidity …

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the third most common cause of cancer-related death
worldwide and, owing to changes in the prevalence of the two major risk factors, hepatitis B …

Ten years after the discovery of the hepatitis C virus (HCV) and its association with NANB
hepatitis as a major cause of chronic liver disease worldwide, our knowledge of the natural …

The incidence of hepatocellular carcinoma is increasing in many countries. The estimated
number of new cases annually is over 500,000, and the yearly incidence comprises …

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is now recognized to be a major risk factor for
hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), evidenced by finding both antibody to HCV (anti-HCV) and …

The hepatitis C virus (HCV) infects nearly 170 million people worldwide and is responsible
for approximately 20% of cases of acute hepatitis and 70% of cases of chronic hepatitis …