Liver disease in adults with severe alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency

ConclusionThe prevalence of liver disease in adult PiZZ individuals is 10%. Age over 50 years, the male gender, repeated elevated liver enzymes, hepatitis, and the presence of diabetes mellitus are risk factors for developing liver disease.

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Source: Journal of Gastroenterology - January 24, 2019 Category: Gastroenterology Source Type: research