Hepatitis C Ups Risk of Kidney Cancer
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The Editors at Hepatitis Central
April 14, 2010
Learn about a new study that shows Hepatitis C doubles the risk of kidney cancer.
Hepatitis C Tied to Higher Kidney Cancer Risk
The virus’ influence may extend beyond the liver, researchers say
FRIDAY, April 9 (HealthDay News) — People infected with the hepatitis C virus are at much higher risk of developing kidney cancer, new research suggests.
A study of more than 67,000 patients enrolled in the Henry Ford Health System from 1997-2008 found that 0.6 percent of patients with hepatitis C developed kidney cancer.
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