27 May 2025 • Adults infected with Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) face nearly twice the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis compared to those without HCV.

The study, encompassing 5,825 participants, including 485 with RA, found a significantly higher prevalence of HCV infection among RA patients. HCV was associated with a 93% increased risk of RA (OR = 1.93).

The findings spotlight the clinical value of routine HCV screening in RA patients to aid early detection and comprehensive disease management.

Source: BMC Rheumatology | Read Full Story