Incidence and Risk Factors for Hepatitis C Virus and Hepatitis B Virus Seroconversion in End-Stage Renal Failure Patients on Maintenance Hemodialysis
ConclusionIn a real-life scenario, HCV seroconversion is observed in 15% of the patients initiated on hemodialysis. Isolation of both dialysis machine and personnel was associated with lower seroconversion.
Source: Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hepatology - Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research
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