The risk of coronary artery disease and cerebrovascular disease in patients with hepatitis C: A systematic review and meta-analysis

摘要

Background/objectives: Some studies suggest that patients with hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection have an increased risk of coronary artery disease (CAD) and cerebrovascular disease. Unfortunately, available data on this association are widely variable. We have performed a systematic review and meta-analysis of literature to evaluate the risk of cardio-cerebrovascular disease (CCD) associated with HCV.