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HCV: the Indian scenario

Ashis Mukhopadhya1

  • 1Department of Gastrointestinal Sciences, Christian Medical College, Vellore, TN 632004, India. ashis@cmcvellore.ac.in

Tropical Gastroenterology : Official Journal of the Digestive Diseases Foundation
|February 22, 2007
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Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is a growing global concern, particularly in India. This review examines HCV prevalence, risk factors, and genotypes within India, highlighting its public health significance.

Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Virology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Hepatitis C is a significant global health issue, affecting 170 million worldwide.
  • It is an emerging infection in India, posing a major public health challenge.
  • The precise scope and risk factors for Hepatitis C in India remain unclear.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the prevalence of Hepatitis C across different Indian population groups.
  • To explore the association between Hepatitis C infection and liver disease in India.
  • To identify the predominant Hepatitis C genotypes circulating in India.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of Hepatitis C prevalence studies in India.
  • Analysis of data on Hepatitis C and liver disease co-occurrence.
  • Genotyping data compilation from relevant Indian studies.

Main Results:

  • Hepatitis C prevalence varies across different Indian demographics.
  • A clear association exists between Hepatitis C infection and liver disease burden in India.
  • Specific Hepatitis C genotypes are prevalent in the Indian population.

Conclusions:

  • Hepatitis C represents a substantial and growing public health concern in India.
  • Further research is needed to fully define prevalence and risk factors.
  • Understanding genotypes is crucial for effective treatment and control strategies in India.

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