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28 May 2019

Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio and Corticosteroid Response in Alcoholic Hepatitis

Treatment of alcoholic hepatitis with corticosteroids remains controversial, with recent studies indicating only a 28-day survival benefit…
26 Mar 2019

First Genetic Marker Associated with Biliary Atresia Identified

BILIARY atresia (BA) is a hepatic condition in which bile ducts within and surrounding the liver are abnormally narrow, impeded, or missing…
26 Mar 2019

Lipid Profile in Blood Predicts Fatty Liver Disease

BIOMARKERS of fatty liver disease have been discovered by a group of researchers from the University of California, California, USA and…
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24 Jan 2019

The Legacy of Sheila Sherlock in Hepatology

Sheila Sherlock’s impact on the field of hepatology is felt throughout the world, having been at the heart of pioneering research discoveries and the…
19 Dec 2018

Transplanting Hepatitis C-infected Livers Is Safe and Cost-effective

Analysis of a large registry has shown hepatitis C (HCV)-positive livers to be safe for transplant, since the transplanted disease is controlled by…
19 Dec 2018

Perinatal Hepatitis C Linked to Earlier Cirrhosis Development

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection during the perinatal period leads to the earlier development of cirrhosis, suggests new research from Birmingham…
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28 Sep 2018

Covered Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt in the Treatment of Portal Hypertension: Looking for the Right Patient and the Right Time

Transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt. Portal hypertension is the main complication of cirrhosis and occurs due to increased pressure within the…
25 Sep 2018

Liver Disease Drug May Help with Alzheimer’s Treatment

A readily available drug has been shown to have beneficial therapeutic effects in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. The study, which took place at…
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