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Liver biopsy
...to diagnose and monitor liver disease, or to assess the severity of known liver disease. ...r. The needle is quickly inserted and removed, capturing a small sample of liver tissue. The procedure usually takes about 20 minutes.

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Metastatic liver disease
...liver. This is different from liver cancer, which starts in the liver. The liver is a common site for metastatic disease because of its rich, dual blood sup The most common cancers that spread to the liver are [[Breast Cancer|breast]], [[Colorectal Cancer|colorectal]], [[Gastric C

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Larrey's sign
...inique Jean Larrey]], who first described it. The sign is characterized by pain in the right hypochondrium during deep inspiration, with the patient in a s ...n is often associated with liver disease, particularly [[hepatitis]] and [[liver abscess]].

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Round ligament of the liver
'''Round Ligament of the Liver''' ...hepatis''') is a significant anatomical structure found within the human [[liver]]. It is a remnant of the fetal [[umbilical vein]], which becomes fibrous a

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Liver tumor
...]] that can either be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). The liver is one of the largest organs in the body and is responsible for filtering h ==Types of Liver Tumors==

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Acute liver disease
...pid deterioration of [[liver]] function in a person without pre-existing [[liver disease]]. It is characterized by the onset of [[jaundice]], coagulopathy, ...liver disease are numerous and include [[viral hepatitis]], [[drug-induced liver injury]], [[autoimmune hepatitis]], and [[alcoholic hepatitis]]. Other caus

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Lumiracoxib
...]]. Lumiracoxib was withdrawn from the market due to concerns about severe liver side effects. ...ver, it was withdrawn from the market in 2007 due to concerns about severe liver side effects. The drug was never approved for use in the United States.

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Perihepatitis
...cal condition characterized by inflammation of the tissues surrounding the liver, often associated with [[Pelvic Inflammatory Disease|pelvic inflammatory di ...d by the spread of a [[bacterial infection]] from the pelvic region to the liver. The most common bacteria involved are ''[[Chlamydia trachomatis]]'' and ''

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Familial cirrhosis
...characterized by the progressive scarring of the liver, which can lead to liver failure. ...lial cirrhosis is caused by a variety of genetic mutations that affect the liver's ability to function properly. These mutations can be inherited from one o

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Hypochondrium
...bs. It is a region of the body that is often associated with discomfort or pain, particularly in conditions such as [[gallstones]] and [[kidney stones]]. T ...d right hypochondrium. The right hypochondrium is mainly occupied by the [[liver]] and [[gallbladder]], while the left hypochondrium houses the [[stomach]]

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Acute hepatic failure
...he sudden loss of [[liver]] function in a person who has no pre-existing [[liver disease]]. This condition is a medical emergency and requires immediate med ...e hepatic failure include [[hepatitis B]], [[hepatitis C]], [[drug-induced liver injury]], and [[alcohol]] abuse. Other causes can include [[autoimmune hepa

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Hepatic artery embolization
...ply to [[liver tumors]]. This procedure is often used as a treatment for [[liver cancer]] and other [[hepatic diseases]]. ...be used in patients with [[neuroendocrine tumors]] that have spread to the liver.

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Total hepatectomy
...tectomy''' is a surgical procedure involving the complete removal of the [[liver]]. This procedure is typically performed as a last resort in cases where ot ...], or partial hepatectomy. It may also be performed in preparation for a [[liver transplant]].

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Liver steatosis
...retention of lipids within a cell). Despite having multiple causes, fatty liver can be considered a single disease that occurs worldwide in those with exce ...r can also occur with rapid weight loss and malnutrition. Many people with liver steatosis have [[metabolic syndrome]] - a group of conditions that increase

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Elevated transaminases
...liver damage or inflammation, as transaminases are typically found in the liver. ...iver disease]], [[nonalcoholic fatty liver disease]], [[cirrhosis]], and [[liver cancer]]. Other potential causes include [[heart failure]], [[celiac diseas

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Acute liver failure
= Acute Liver Failure = ...urnal (1917) (14781399184).jpg|thumb|right|A medical illustration of acute liver failure.|link=Acute_liver_failure]]

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IEN
...y's immune response, but in IEN, they cause inflammation and damage to the liver. Symptoms of IEN can vary widely, but may include [[abdominal pain]], [[fever]], and [[jaundice]]. In some cases, the condition may be asympto

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Flukes
...rts of the body in humans and animals. The most common types of flukes are liver flukes, lung flukes, and intestinal flukes. ...t other organs. Flukes can cause a variety of health problems, including [[liver disease]], [[lung disease]], and [[intestinal disease]].

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Ballooning degeneration
...main type of cells in the liver, which can lead to cell death and further liver damage. ...tive stress, inflammation, and the accumulation of toxic substances in the liver.

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Ischemic hepatitis
...ecrease in liver function, typically caused by a lack of blood flow to the liver. The condition is most commonly seen in critically ill patients. ...cause of ischemic hepatitis is a significant decrease in blood flow to the liver. This can occur as a result of [[heart failure]], [[shock]], or [[sepsis]].

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