Association between hepatitis C virus infection and atherosclerosis
Chronic infection and inflammation are associated with the development of atherosclerosis, and hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is a relatively common infectious disease. This article reviews the latest advances in the association between HCV infection and atherosclerotic diseases. Studies have sho...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | zho |
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Editorial Department of Journal of Clinical Hepatology
2018-02-01
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| Series: | Linchuang Gandanbing Zazhi |
| Online Access: | http://www.lcgdbzz.org/qk_content.asp?id=8779 |
| Summary: | Chronic infection and inflammation are associated with the development of atherosclerosis, and hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is a relatively common infectious disease. This article reviews the latest advances in the association between HCV infection and atherosclerotic diseases. Studies have shown that much evidence supports the fact that HCV infection can increase the incidence of coronary heart disease, stroke, and carotid atherosclerosis and the risk of death caused by cardiovascular events. HCV infection is a risk factor for atherosclerosis. Although the underlying mechanism needs further study, more attention should be paid to the prevention and control of atherosclerotic diseases among patients with hepatitis C. |
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| ISSN: | 1001-5256 1001-5256 |