THE problem of wasting ascites occurring in patients with cirrhosis of the liver is unsolved — both the pathogenesis of the ascites and its reliable cure. Recent observations have indicated the ...

HERNIA is known to be more frequent among patients with cirrhosis of the liver, especially with ascites, than among those without liver disease. Chapman et al. 1 reported a rate of 10 per cent in 58 ...

The liver is a powerhouse that carries out many crucial functions in our body producing essential proteins, hormones and cholesterol. It acts as a filter, removing toxins from the food we eat. However ...

Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a brain dysfunction caused by a serious form of chronic liver disease called “cirrhosis” and ...

The campaign encourages early detection and inspires the adoption of a healthy lifestyle to prevent liver cancer ...

Liver disease, a significant health concern, progresses from potentially reversible fibrosis to irreversible cirrhosis. While ...

Morison’s pouch is an area between your liver and your right kidney. It’s also called the hepatorenal recess or right subhepatic space. Morison’s pouch is a potential space that can open up when fluid ...

Achieving sustained virological response after direct-acting antiviral therapy reduces liver-related events among those with decompensated HCV cirrhosis.

Your hands can offer early warnings of liver trouble. Look for red palms, changes in nails like brittleness or white tips, and persistent itching. These subtle signs, including tremors and bent ...