| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6108818 | Journal of Hepatology | 2009 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
We demonstrate that error in the liver biopsy result itself makes it impossible to distinguish a perfect surrogate from ones that are now judged by some as clinically unacceptable. An alternative gold standard is needed to assess the accuracy of tests used to stage HCV-related liver disease.
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Authors
Shruti H. Mehta, Bryan Lau, Nezam H. Afdhal, David L. Thomas,