Spontaneous Bacterial Empyema (SBE) is a serious complication primarily affecting patients with liver cirrhosis, particularly those with hepatic hydrothorax, characterized by pus in the pleural cavity. This condition can lead to significant morbidity …
Hepatic hydrothorax is the accumulation of fluid in the pleural space due to liver disease, particularly cirrhosis. This condition arises when the liver’s impaired function leads to increased pressure in the portal vein, causing fluid to leak …
Zieve’s syndrome is a serious complication linked to chronic alcohol consumption, characterized by a triad of symptoms: jaundice, hemolytic anemia, and hyperlipidemia. First identified in the 1950s by Dr. Leslie Zieve, the syndrome often …
The liver shrinking diet is a vital preoperative measure for individuals preparing for bariatric surgery, such as gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy. Its primary goal is to reduce the liver’s size and fat content, thereby enhancing surgical …
Understanding Acute Liver Failure: What You Need to Know Acute liver failure (ALF) is a sudden and severe liver dysfunction that can occur within days or weeks, often affecting individuals without prior liver disease history. Key causes include drug …
Celiac disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder caused by an abnormal reaction to gluten, affecting about 1% of the global population. Symptoms differ between children, who may experience weight loss, diarrhea, and delayed growth, and adults, who may …
The article outlines the key differences between liver fibrosis and cirrhosis, both of which are stages of liver damage characterized by scar tissue accumulation. Liver fibrosis is an early stage where the liver attempts to repair itself after injury …
Cirrhosis is a progressive liver disease marked by the replacement of healthy liver tissue with scar tissue, leading to impaired liver function. It can result from chronic alcohol abuse, viral hepatitis, and metabolic disorders. Treatment focuses on …
Liver failure is a critical medical condition where the liver loses its ability to function properly, leading to severe health complications and potentially death. It can be classified into acute liver failure, which develops rapidly, and chronic …
Fatty liver disease is characterized by excess fat accumulation in liver cells, often linked to obesity, insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. It can escalate to more severe conditions such as MASH, leading to liver …
Fatty liver disease, or steatosis, is the accumulation of excess fat in liver cells, affecting about one in ten people, particularly in Western countries. It can lead to serious complications such as steatohepatitis, cirrhosis, and liver failure. The …
Chronic liver disease is a long-term condition characterized by liver damage and dysfunction, often progressing silently until significant harm occurs. Common causes include chronic viral infections (such as hepatitis B and C), excessive alcohol …
Cirrhosis is a progressive liver disease that leads to the replacement of healthy liver tissue with scar tissue, resulting in impaired liver function. It commonly arises from chronic liver damage caused by factors such as chronic viral hepatitis, …
Fatty liver disease, or hepatic steatosis, involves excess fat accumulation in liver cells and is primarily divided into alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD) and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). NAFLD affects about 25% of the global …
The article discusses fatty liver disease, now known as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), which is characterized by fat accumulation in liver cells due to factors like obesity and insulin resistance. Often …
Cirrhosis, a progressive liver disease, can arise from various causes including chronic alcohol use, viral hepatitis (B and C), non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), genetic disorders, autoimmune diseases, and toxic exposure. Symptoms often …
Fatty liver disease, characterized by excess fat in liver cells, primarily includes alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD) and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). NAFLD is closely associated with obesity, insulin resistance, and poor dietary …
Fatty liver disease, now known as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), involves excess fat accumulation in liver cells and is linked to metabolic dysfunction rather than alcohol use. It can progress through stages, …
Elevated liver enzymes indicate liver cell damage or inflammation and are commonly detected through routine blood tests. The primary enzymes measured include ALT, AST, ALP, and GGT. While elevated levels are often temporary and resolve without …
Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a progressive liver disease marked by fat accumulation, inflammation, and liver cell damage, potentially leading to serious conditions like cirrhosis and liver cancer. Its prevalence is increasing, particularly …
