Table 1 Baseline characteristics of analyzed patients
Characteristic | Spirulina treated Group (n = 30) | Silymarin treated group (n = 29) |
|---|---|---|
Age-yr (mean ± SD) | 47 ± 12 | 48 ± 12 |
Sex - M/F | 21/9 | 18/11 |
Body mass index | 29.8 ± 6.2 | 29.7 ± 6.8 |
Baseline HCV RNA (log10 IU/mL): median (Q1-Q3) | 5.35 (4.84-6.07) | 5.43 (4.94-6.02) |
Baseline ALT: median (Q1-Q3) | 76 (44-106) | 75 (43-108) |
Baseline Child-Pugh score: mean(SD) | 7.067 (1.28) | 7 (1.25) |
Interferon history: (Naive/Relapser/Non-responder) | 23/3/4 | 20/3/6 |