Viral Hepatitis in South Korea

Euroasian J Hepatogastroenterol. 2017 Jul-Dec;7(2):163-165. doi: 10.5005/jp-journals-10018-1240. Epub 2017 Sep 29.

Abstract

In South Korea (S. Korea), viral hepatitis is a major public health burden. Advances in healthcare policy, evidence-based medicine, and therapeutic strategies in S. Korea have brought a rapid change in the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of viral hepatitis. This review discusses the innovative approaches that S. Korea has taken to curb the epidemic of viral hepatitis. In addition, the efficacy of various preventive and therapeutic modalities is discussed. This review aims to provide a brief overview to guide future research direction and healthcare policy changes. How to cite this article: Pak SC, Alastal Y, Khan Z, Darr U. Viral Hepatitis in South Korea. Euroasian J Hepato-Gastroenterol 2017;7(2):163-165.

Keywords: Hepatic cellular carcinoma; Hepatitis; South Korea.; Cirrhosis.