Introduction: Oxidative stress underlies the pathophysiology of various etiologies of chronic
liver disease and contributes to the development of hepatocarcinogenesis. Areas covered …

Sarcopenia is defined as a loss of muscle strength, mass and function and it is a predictor of
mortality. Sarcopenia is not only a geriatric disease, but it is related to several chronic …

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) has been associated with meat consumption in
cross-sectional studies. However, only a few prospective studies have been conducted, and …

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) has spread worldwide, and it is responsible for potentially severe
chronic liver disease and primary liver cancer. Chronic infection remains for life if not …

Background Data concerning the impact of hepatitis C virus (HCV) cure on type 2 diabetes
mellitus (T2DM) are controversial. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effects of anti …

Chronic viral hepatitis determines significant morbidity and mortality globally and is caused
by three main etiological actors (Hepatitis B Virus, Hepatitis C Virus, and Hepatitis D Virus) …

Abstract Background Hepatitis C (HCV) infections have been shown to be associated a with
higher risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (CVD). However, the use of antiviral …

Background: HCV eradication improves both hepatic and non-hepatic outcomes, as well as
metabolic disorders like insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes. Aim: The study's purpose is …

Abstract Background and Aims The beneficial effect of Hepatitis C virus (HCV) eradication
by direct antiviral agents (DAAs) on liver fibrosis is well defined. Despite this, the impact of …

Background: HIV and HCV coinfection leads to accelerated liver fibrosis, in which microbial
translocation and systemic inflammation might play important roles. Objective: This study …