Science Saturday: Researchers elucidate details about the role of inflammation in liver regeneration
The liver has the greatest regenerative capacity of any organ in the body, making it possible for surgeons to treat cancerous and noncancerous diseases with extensive surgical approaches. However, underlying chronic liver diseases, like cirrhosis or nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, are known to inhibit the liver's ability to regenerate after surgery. Without regeneration, the liver cannot function, and patients can develop postoperative liver failure — often a lethal complication. In a recent paper published in JHEP Reports, Mayo… (Source: Mayo Clinic Research News)
Source: Mayo Clinic Research News - March 4, 2023 Category: Research Source Type: news
Thromboembolic and Bleeding Events in Liver Cirrhosis Patients Thromboembolic and Bleeding Events in Liver Cirrhosis Patients
This study aimed to determine the incidence of clotting and bleeding events among patients with liver cirrhosis. How does incidence and outcomes compare with that of the general population?Liver International (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - March 2, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Gastroenterology Journal Article Source Type: news
The sign in your poo that can signal severe fatty liver disease - seek help 'immediately'
These changes in your faeces could be a sign of late-stage cirrhosis, the most severe phase of fatty liver disease. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 22, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Xerostomia may signal that liver disease 'has progressed' to cirrhosis in 50% of patients
Reductions in the flow rate of saliva may become increasingly apparent as alcohol-related liver disease advances. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 16, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What is cirrhosis? A Mayo Clinic expert explains
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Source: MayoClinic.com Full Feed - February 11, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Cirrhosis FAQs
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Source: MayoClinic.com Full Feed - February 11, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Be Aware of HE, Dementia Overlap in Older Patients With Cirrhosis Be Aware of HE, Dementia Overlap in Older Patients With Cirrhosis
Clinicians should consider detailed testing of patients with cognitive complaints for accurate diagnosis and management.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Gastroenterology Headlines - February 10, 2023 Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Gastroenterology News Source Type: news
Sign at mealtime that can signal advanced fatty liver disease - could cause liver failure
This is a sign of cirrhosis - the most advanced stage of fatty liver disease that can lead to liver failure and liver cancer. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 8, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Diagnosis, Pathophysiology and Management of AF in Cirrhosis Diagnosis, Pathophysiology and Management of AF in Cirrhosis
Atrial fibrillation is increased in patients with cirrhosis. Review the diagnosis, pathophysiology and management of AF in patients with cirrhosis from both a cardiology and a hepatology perspective.Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - February 7, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Gastroenterology Journal Article Source Type: news
The Role of Frailty in Advanced Chronic Liver Disease The Role of Frailty in Advanced Chronic Liver Disease
How reliable are the various frailty tools currently used to predict mortality in patients with cirrhosis who are ineligible for transplant?Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - February 2, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Gastroenterology Journal Article Source Type: news
Up to 88% of fatty liver patients that develop cirrhosis report dystonia in ‘lower limbs'
Liver cirrhosis is responsible for the vast majority of fatty liver injuries in Western countries. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - January 30, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
A swollen belly that appears 'heavily pregnant' can signal severe fatty liver disease
Severe cases of swelling in the abdomen could be a sign of cirrhosis - the most severe stage of fatty liver disease. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - January 28, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
[Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR] Roche ’s Tecentriq plus Avastin is the first treatment combination to reduce the risk of cancer returning in people with certain types of early-stage liver cancer in a Phase III trial
Pivotal Phase III IMbrave050 study investigatingTecentriq plusAvastin in people with early-stage hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) at high risk of recurrence following surgery met primary endpoint of recurrence-free survivalNew adjuvant treatments are urgently needed as an estimated 70-80% of people with early-stage HCC experience disease recurrence following surgery1Data will be discussed with health authorities globally, including the US Food and Drug Administration and the European Medicines Agency to inform the next regulatory steps, and presented at an upcoming medical meetingBasel, 19 January 2023 - Roche (SIX: RO, ROG;...
Source: Roche Investor Update - January 19, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
[Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR] Roche ’s Tecentriq plus Avastin is the first treatment combination to reduce the risk of cancer returning in people with certain types of early-stage liver cancer in a Phase III trial
Pivotal Phase III IMbrave050 study investigatingTecentriq plusAvastin in people with early-stage hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) at high risk of recurrence following surgery met primary endpoint of recurrence-free survivalNew adjuvant treatments are urgently needed as an estimated 70-80% of people with early-stage HCC experience disease recurrence following surgery1Data will be discussed with health authorities globally, including the US Food and Drug Administration and the European Medicines Agency to inform the next regulatory steps, and presented at an upcoming medical meetingBasel, 19 January 2023 - Roche (SIX: RO, ROG;...
Source: Roche Media News - January 19, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Smartphone-Based Scleral Imaging Can ID Jaundice in Decompensated Cirrhosis
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 11, 2023 -- Smartphone-based assessment of jaundice in patients with decompensated cirrhosis is feasible and accurate, mirroring levels of bilirubin and its correlations with clinical parameters, according to a study published online... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - January 11, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
