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Effectiveness of Ledipasvir/Sofosbuvir with/without Ribavarin in Liver Transplant Recipients with Hepatitis C.
Author: BauSherona N, BusuttilRonald W, ChoiGina, DurazoFrancisco A, El-KabanyMohammed M, EsmailzadehNegin L, FongTiffany M, GrottsJonathan, HanSteven-Huy B, JimenezMelissa A, KachadoorianCaterina A, KangSusan, MaiMichelle H, RamirezSamantha D, RheemJustin, SaabSammy
Original Abstract of the Article :
<b><i>Background and Aims:</i></b> Recurrent infection of hepatitis C virus (HCV) in liver transplant (LT) recipients is universal and associated with significant morbidity and mortality. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> We retrospectively evaluated the safety and efficacy of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir with and w...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5472930/
データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）
Conquering the Desert of HCV Recurrence: Ledipasvir/Sofosbuvir in Liver Transplant Recipients
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, a formidable adversary in the desert of liver health, often resurfaces after liver transplantation, posing significant challenges to patient well-being. This study, like a brave explorer seeking a cure, evaluates the effectiveness and safety of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir, an interferon-free antiviral therapy, in liver transplant recipients with recurrent genotype 1 hepatitis C. The authors retrospectively analyzed data from a cohort of liver transplant recipients, examining the viral response and tolerability of the ledipasvir/sofosbuvir regimen with and without ribavirin.
Finding the Oasis: Ledipasvir/Sofosbuvir in Liver Transplant Recipients
The findings revealed that ledipasvir/sofosbuvir, both with and without ribavirin, was highly effective in achieving complete viral suppression in liver transplant recipients with recurrent HCV infection. This is like discovering a hidden oasis in the desert, offering a haven from the harsh realities of HCV infection. The authors found that the combination therapy was well-tolerated, with a high sustained viral response rate, indicating a significant breakthrough in the management of HCV recurrence after transplantation.
Navigating the Desert: Strategies for Managing HCV Recurrence
The study underscores the importance of early and aggressive treatment for HCV recurrence in liver transplant recipients. It highlights the efficacy of ledipasvir/sofosbuvir, both with and without ribavirin, in achieving sustained viral suppression, offering a beacon of hope in the fight against HCV.
Dr. Camel's Conclusion
This study offers a ray of hope in the desert of HCV recurrence after liver transplantation. Ledipasvir/sofosbuvir, a powerful combination therapy, has proven to be highly effective and well-tolerated, providing a valuable tool for managing this challenging condition. This study represents a significant advance in our fight against HCV, bringing us closer to a future where this formidable adversary is finally subdued.
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- Date Revised 2023-11-12
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