The Efficacy and Safety of Sofosbuvir Containing Regimen in the Treatment of Hcv Infection in Patients with Haemoglobinopathy

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Nawfal R Hussein

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HCV, Thalassaemia, sickle cell, sofosbuvir, DAA

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