European AIDS Treatment Group·2 min read·medium
Cancer Health: HIV raises hepatitis C liver disease risk in women more than men
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A Canadian study involving over 65,000 participants found that women living with both HIV and hepatitis C face a significantly higher risk of severe liver disease compared to men. The research highlights how gender and HIV status interact to influence clinical outcomes for hepatitis patients.
Women living with both HIV and hepatitis C virus (HCV) may be at especially high risk for severe liver disease, according to a large Canadian study. Researchers report that HIV and sex together influence the risk for HCV-related cirrhosis and liver decompensation, though not for liver cancer.
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