Retrospective study found that hepatitis C virus affects diverse demographics, suggesting targeted clinical interventions for better management.
Key Points
Approximately 22.6% of patients were asymptomatic, indicating a need for proactive screening for hepatitis C virus.
The male-to-female ratio among hepatitis C virus patients in the predominant age group was 2:1, emphasizing gender disparities in the infection.
Direct acting antiviral therapy led to a complete treatment response in 44.3% of treated patients, showing its effectiveness against hepatitis C virus.
Patients from urban areas were more affected compared to those from rural regions, indicating environmental and lifestyle factors contributing to hepatitis C virus prevalence.