Abstract
A commentary [1] criticized our systematic review regarding the use of direct-acting agents (DAAs) in chronic hepatitis C [2]. The following represents our major disagreements. Sustained virological response (SVR) is a non-validated surrogate outcome. The principles of evidence-based medicine require that it be validated in randomized clinical trials (RCTs) by showing parallel benefits in clinical outcomes [3]. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
| Original language | English |
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| Journal | Hepatology (Baltimore, Md.) |
| Volume | 69 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| Pages (from-to) | 2300 |
| ISSN | 0270-9139 |
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| Publication status | Published - 2019 |