The revolution of the antiviral treatment of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection resulting in higher effectiveness came with the introduction of direct‐acting antivirals with pangenotypic regimens as a final touch. Among them, the combination of glecaprevir (GLE) and pibrentasvir (PIB) provides the opportunity for shortening therapy to 8 weeks in the majority of patients. Because… Continue reading Is an 8‐week regimen of glecaprevir/pibrentasvir sufficient for all #hepatitis C virus infected patients in the real‐world experience?
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Trace element deficiency is highly prevalent and associated with infection and mortality in patients with alcoholic hepatitis
Malnutrition is common in patients with alcohol‐related liver disease and is associated with outcome in patients with alcoholic hepatitis. Trace elements (cobalt, copper, iron, selenium and zinc) are micronutrients essential for many cellular processes including antioxidant pathways. The prevalence and relevance of trace element deficiency is unknown in alcoholic hepatitis. ..Sera from 302 patients with… Continue reading Trace element deficiency is highly prevalent and associated with infection and mortality in patients with alcoholic hepatitis
