The association between metabolic syndrome and Hepatitis C virus infection in the United States

ConclusionsMetS or its components are associated with an increased prevalence of HCV in some sub-populations of all ethnic/racial groups in the US. A better understanding of the pathophysiology of MetS associated with HCV is important as MetS may have a role in HCV infection treatment outcomes.
Source: Cancer Causes and Control - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research