Editorial
Copyright ©2009 The WJG Press and Baishideng.
World J Gastroenterol. Aug 14, 2009; 15(30): 3713-3724
Published online Aug 14, 2009. doi: 10.3748/wjg.15.3713
Table 3 Barriers against anti-HCV therapy in co-infected patients
Patient-related factors
Active substance abuse
Concern regarding adverse effects
Cost of treatment
Lack of social support
Lack of transport
Number of pills and dosing frequency (including HAART)
Physician-related factors
Lack of experience
Lack of awareness
Lack of motivation for referral
Fear of adverse effects