Significant Disparities in Risks of Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolic Syndrome among Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Patients in the U.S.

Conclusion Among chronic HCV patients, the highest risk of DM and MetSyn was seen among older patients, African Americans, and women. These groups are at higher risk of cirrhosis and HCC due to concurrent NAFLD.
Source: Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Reviews - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research