Genotypic distribution of hepatitis C virus in Thailand and Southeast Asia.

The majority of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection results in chronic infection, which can lead to liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Global burden of hepatitis C virus (HCV) is estimated at 150 million individuals, or 3% of the world's population. The distribution of the seven major...

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Main Authors: Rujipat Wasitthankasem, Sompong Vongpunsawad, Nipaporn Siripon, Chutima Suya, Phrutsada Chulothok, Kasemporn Chaiear, Pairaya Rujirojindakul, Sawan Kanjana, Apiradee Theamboonlers, Pisit Tangkijvanich, Yong Poovorawan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2015-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC4427325?pdf=render