Chronic hepatitis C in Israeli children.

Natural history, epidemiology, and histopathological features of chronic hepatis C (CHC) are well established in adults. Data on histopathological findings of CHC in children are still limited and controversial. We aimed to evaluate the histopathological features of CHC in children in Israel.

Interferon treatment in children with chronic hepatitis B: an Israeli experience.

Objective: To summarize the experience of two pediatric gastroenterology centers in northern Israel using interferon alpha to treat children with chronic hepatitis B.

Patients And Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the medical records of 59 children with chronic HBV. Forty-nine children were treated with subcutaneous IFN alpha at dosages of 10 MU/m (n = 12) or 5 MU/m (n = 37) three times a week for 6 months.