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biliary cirrhosis is an inflammation (irritation and swelling) of the bile ducts of the liver. written by peter hutch
Primary biliary cirrhosis is a rare form of biliary cirrhosis of unknown origin, occurring without obstruction or infection. written by Corwin Brown
The liver, the largest organ in the body, is essential in keeping the body functioning properly. It removes or neutralizes poisons from the blood, produces immune agents to control infection, and removes germs and bacteria from the blood. It makes proteins that regulate blood clotting and produces bile to help absorb fats and fat-soluble vitamins. written by peter hutch
An abnormal liver condition characterized by irreversible scarring of the liver. Alcohol and viral hepatitis B and C are among the many causes of cirrhosis. Cirrhosis can cause yellowing of the skin (jaundice), itching, and fatigue. Diagnosis of cirrhosis can be suggested by physical examination and blood tests, and can be confirmed by liver biopsy in some patients. Complications of cirrhosis include mental confusion, coma, fluid accumulation (ascites), internal bleeding, and kidney failure written by Juliet Cohen
Primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC) is a disease characterized by incendiary devastation of the tiny bile ducts within the liver. PBC finally leads to cirrhosis of the liver. PBC has a global prevalence of roughly 5/100,000 and a yearly incidence of roughly 6/1,000,000. << previous page 1 next page>> |
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