Risks of a range of alcohol intake on hepatitis C-related fibrosis (original) (raw)
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This study investigates the impact of varying levels of alcohol intake on hepatic fibrosis in patients with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. An analysis of 800 patients who underwent liver biopsy reveals that heavy alcohol consumption significantly increases hepatic fibrosis, while light and moderate alcohol use show no clear detrimental effects. Independent predictors of fibrosis include age, serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) levels, and histological inflammation, emphasizing the need for comprehensive evaluation beyond alcohol consumption in managing HCV-related liver disease.
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