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What Is Primary Biliary Cholangitis?

By Kutal Mete Tekin on November 17, 2023

Overview Primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) is a rare and chronic autoimmune liver disease that damages the small bile ducts in the liver. Also known as primary biliary cirrhosis, PBC is a progressive disease, which means it gets worse without treatment over time. Bile is a fluid produced by the liver that helps digest fats and […]

What Is Septicaemia?

By Sadaf Ahmed on October 10, 2023

Overview Septicaemia, also known as blood poisoning, occurs when there is an infection in the bloodstream and is a potentially life-threatening condition. Blood infections are most commonly caused by bacteria; however, less often can be caused by viruses or fungi. Bacteraemia is the simple presence of bacteria within the bloodstream; however, it becomes septicaemia when […]

What Is Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease?

By Oluwadamilola Ogunsina on September 26, 2023

Overview Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a manifestation of liver disease where fat builds up in the liver, occurring without excessive alcohol consumption. NAFLD is a common, often symptom-free condition that is closely linked with obesity and type 2 diabetes. NAFLD has a worldwide prevalence of about 25% with its continental incidence ranging from […]

What Is Caroli Disease?

By Fatima Zehra on September 18, 2023

Overview Caroli disease is a rare, inherited disorder that causes cystic dilatation of the bile ducts within the liver. The liver is the largest internal organ and is a component of the digestive system. One of its functions is to synthesise a fluid that assists with digestion, which is called bile. Bile is transported from […]

What Is Pyogenic Liver Abscess?

By Prachi Gupta on September 11, 2023

Overview Did you know that after an injury to the liver, an infection of the abdomen can spread from the portal circulation and cause a pus-filled swelling in the liver, known as a liver abscess? These liver abscesses are rare and can be classified as pyogenic or amoebic. E. coli, Klebsiella, Streptococcus, Staphylococcus, and anaerobes […]

What Is Hepatitis E?

By Poonam Ramker Yadav on August 31, 2023

Overview Hepatitis E is a viral infection that has clinical and morphological characteristics of acute hepatitis. It was formerly known as enterically (fecal-oral route) transmitted non-A, non-B hepatitis. It is hypothesised that the hepatitis E virus (HEV) infection may have originally been widespread throughout the world and has only lately been limited to a few […]

Learn About Liver Cysts

By Aamal Alshihawi on July 27, 2023

Liver cysts, also known as hepatic cysts, are fluid-filled sacs that occur in your liver. These cysts are often benign (non-cancerous) and usually discovered by chance via magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT) scans. Although most liver cysts cause no symptoms, early detection is critical for proper treatment of the cancerous or parasitic […]

What Is Haemochromatosis?

By Hadiza Bello on July 20, 2023

Haemochromatosis is an inherited condition where iron accumulates in a person's organs and leads to organ damage. It is an autosomal recessive condition, meaning both parents of an individual have to have a mutation of the involved gene for their child to inherit the disease. Haemochromatosis is most common in people of Northern European descent. […]

What Is Dubin Johnson Syndrome

By Asra Runissa on July 19, 2023

Overview Bilirubin is a breakdown product of red blood cells. Particularly, the haem portion of haemoglobin in the red blood cell after metabolism produces bilirubin. Bilirubin is found along with bile salts and forms bile which is stored in the gallbladder. Bile is released during the process of digestion of fats. Bilirubin as such is […]

What Is Budd Chiari Syndrome

By Sakshi Pareek on July 19, 2023

Overview Budd-Chiari syndrome is a rare but serious condition that occurs when the blood flow through the liver is blocked. The blockage can occur in any of the three major veins that carry blood from the liver: the hepatic vein, the portal vein, or the inferior vena cava. ⁽¹⁾ As the flow is partially blocked, […]

Liver Hormones

By Mohamed Abulfadl on July 18, 2023

The liver may have been named after the word “Live”, meaning to be active at different stages of functionality. This starts by its role of detoxification in the body, followed by synthesis of proteins of the body building, blood clotting and ending in the storage and synthesis of bile and glucose. In addition, the liver […]

What Is Gilbert Syndrome

By Sarah Nadiri on July 17, 2023

Have you or someone close to you been recently diagnosed with Gilbert syndrome? Whilst the name may sound daunting and scary, this article will aim to cover all the burning questions you have in your head about this common disorder. Gilbert syndrome is a common genetically inherited condition that affects the liver and results in […]

What Is Liver Metastases?

By Kamal Mohiuddin on July 10, 2023

Metastases is a word that is commonly associated with cancer patients. It simply means that the cancer has spread to nearby or distant organs. Cancers have a unique ability to spread from a primary site, and the liver is one of the most common organs where cancer tends to spread to early on. Once the […]

What Is Lysosomal Acid Lipase Deficiency

By Kristy Maskell on June 22, 2023

Overview Lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (LALD) is an inherited condition that affects how the body breaks down fats and cholesterols. Those with LALD have large harmful amounts of fats (lipids) in their cells and tissues which can cause liver disease. There are 2 types of lysosomal acid lipase deficiency. Causes of LALD Lysosomal acid lipase […]

What is Biliary Atresia?

By Inês Dias on June 22, 2023

Overview Do you know what biliary atresia is? It is an extremely complex and rare illness in which the tubes that transport bile from the liver to the intestine become blocked or damaged.1,2 The liver’s cells create a fluid called bile, which is then transported through the bile ducts to the gallbladder or the intestines. […]

What Is Polycystic Liver Disease?

By Amal Sefrioui on June 21, 2023

Have you heard of polycystic liver disease, also known as PLD? As it is rare, it is hardly talked about, but it is a debilitating condition. Polycystic liver disease is a rare genetic disorder characterised by the presence of multiple cysts, or fluid-filled sacs, in the liver. Keep reading to find out more on the […]

What Is Cytomegalovirus Hepatitis?

By Holly Morgan on June 21, 2023

Overview Cytomegalovirus hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by cytomegalovirus. It is extremely rare in people with healthy immune systems. Cytomegalovirus (CMV), also known as human herpesvirus 5, is a member of the herpes virus family.1 The virus is extremely common, and found in 60-100% of people worldwide. Most healthy people with the infectious […]

What Is Liver Failure?

By Karina Silova on June 9, 2023

Liver failure refers to the liver's inability to carry out its usual metabolic and synthetic functions as part of its normal physiological processes. This condition can be categorized into two types: acute and chronic, with the latter being commonly known as cirrhosis. Since liver failure may occur in two ways, it is important you are […]

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