HBV superinfection in HCV chronic carriers: A disease that is frequently severe but associated with the eradication of HCV #

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Authors

Evangelista Sagnelli · University of Naples Federico II

Nicola Coppola · University of Naples Federico II

Mariantonietta Pisaturo · University of Naples Federico II

Addolorata Masiello · University of Naples Federico II

Gilda Tonziello · University of Naples Federico II

Caterina Sagnelli · University of Naples Federico II

Vincenzo Messina

Abstract

Although it can be life-threatening, HBV superinfection in HCV chronic carriers may lead to clearance of chronic HCV infection, especially in patients with severe AVH-B.

Topics & Keywords

Hepatitis B Virus Studies Hepatitis C virus research Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Hepatology

Volume 49, Issue 4, pp. 1090-1097

DOI: 10.1002/hep.22794

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