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Anna S Lok1, William G Powderly2

  • 1Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI.

Hepatology (Baltimore, Md.)
|February 15, 2019
PubMed

Insights

Sustained virologic response (SVR) and direct-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) effectively treat chronic hepatitis C, improving patient outcomes. Continued research and ethical considerations support widespread treatment for all patients.

Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Virology
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • The efficacy of direct-acting antiviral agents (DAAs) in treating chronic hepatitis C and achieving sustained virologic response (SVR) is supported by extensive clinical and observational data.
  • Despite accumulating evidence, the Cochrane Group has not yet recognized SVR as a validated surrogate outcome for hepatitis C treatment.

Discussion:

  • The authors express disappointment with the Cochrane Group's continued skepticism regarding SVR and DAA efficacy.
  • Numerous studies published since 2017 reinforce the clinical and patient-reported benefits of SVR and DAAs.
  • A notable outcome is the observed reduction in patients requiring liver transplantation due to hepatitis C.

Key Insights:

  • SVR achieved through DAAs significantly improves clinical and patient-reported outcomes in chronic hepatitis C.
  • Evidence from global clinical trials and observational studies robustly supports the benefits of DAA therapies.
  • There is a documented decrease in the number of patients listed for liver transplantation for hepatitis C.

Outlook:

  • The ethical imperative to treat all patients with chronic hepatitis C is underscored by the proven benefits of current therapies.
  • Further research may solidify SVR as a universally accepted surrogate endpoint in hepatitis C clinical trials.
  • Continued advocacy for widespread DAA treatment is crucial for improving global hepatitis C management.

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