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Altered IFN-γ Response in HCV-infected Hemodialysis Patients

Paper C Peer reviewed Observational

Key takeaways

People on dialysis who also carry hepatitis C had a changed immune response involving interferon gamma, a chemical messenger the body uses to fight viruses. Researchers measured that response in blood samples and compared groups. This shows a link, not proof of cause. It may help explain why infections are harder to clear during dialysis, but it does not change treatment today.

Who did this work

Zainab S. Mahmood

Source

Paper · OpenAlex, Kidney disease concept sweep (verified C2778653478) · 2026-09-05
https://doi.org/10.21608/ejmm.2026.501161.2577