Serum Adiponectin, Vitamin D, and Alpha-Fetoprotein in Children with Chronic Hepatitis C: Can They Predict Treatment Response?

Background & Aims. The currently available treatment for chronic hepatitis C (CHC) in children is costly and with much toxicity. So, predicting the likelihood of response before starting therapy is important. Methods. Serum adiponectin, vitamin D, and alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) were measured before...

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Main Authors: Mohamed Ahmed Khedr, Ahmad Mohamed Sira, Magdy Anwar Saber, Gamal Yousef Raia
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2015-01-01
Series:International Journal of Hepatology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/617623