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A deep-learning approach for tumor origin differentiation using cytological histology.

Mitchell Cairo, MD, shares his standard-of-care approach to treating VOD and the role of defibrotide, the only FDA-approved drug for VOD.

Study demonstrates the use of cellulose nanofiber sheets for spatial analysis of extracellular vesicles, revealing their geographical heterogeneity in the human body, which could advance the understanding and treatment of diseases.

HepaStem, BIV201, and Albutein are late-stage pipeline agents in development for NASH, focusing specifically on decompensated cirrhosis.

A routine medical checkup for a stomachache turned into a nightmare for a family when they discovered that their little girl in pain had a foetus inside.

Managing alcohol-associated hepatitis following hospital discharge requires treating not only the liver disease but also the underlying alcohol use disorder, says a clinical care review.

1. For patients with refractory ascites, daily home-based low-volume paracentesis was associated with a greater risk of hyponatremia and acute kidney injury compared to repeated large-volume paracentesis. Evidence Rating Level: 3 (Average) Refractory ascites is a clinical sign of end-stage liver disease, with few effective treatment options. Most patients will undergo repeated large-volume paracentesis (LVP)

Researchers from Niigata University and Kyoto Prefectural University have revealed that small vesicles, around 100 nm in size, released by intestinal bacteria induce immune activation and progression of liver cirrhosis, as well as reduction of serum albumin level, subsequently leading to edema and ascites.

By the time a liver disease shows symptoms, it could already be advanced. Here are the signs to look for so you can stop the condition before it leads to liver failure.