Relative frequency of hepatitis B and C viruses in patients with hepatic cirrhosis at DHQ teaching hospital D. I. Khan

ABSTRACT

Background: Hepatic cirrhosis is an important cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. It is generally considered irreversible and premalignant condition. However reversibility of the disease has been demonstrated in some cases after removal of the cause. There are various causes leading to cirrhosis but viral cause is the most common cause worldwide. In developing countries its prevalence i$ more where poor knowledge about viral infections is the main cause of spread. Mode of spread and sequel of Hepatitis B Virus [HBV] and Hepatitis C Virus [HCV] are almost similar. The present study was designed to know the relative frequency of both viruses in patients with cirrhosis