Hepatology
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Statins in NAFLD: Taking a closer look at benefits
Statins could have multiple benefits in NAFLD, but there has been little insight into how they may be exerting such effects.
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Acute hepatitis cases in children show declining trend; adenovirus, COVID-19 remain key leads
Adenovirus remains the most commonly detected virus in acute hepatitis in children, found in 53% of cases overall.
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CDC releases new details on mysterious hepatitis in children
The findings suggest that there may be many different causes behind these severe hepatitis cases, the authors wrote, and it is estimated that...
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Are pain meds the only option for chronic pain in cirrhosis?
An emphasis on nonpharmacologic approaches, such as diet and psychological interventions, can sometimes handle even less familiar sources of pain...
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Race-, ethnicity-based clinical guidelines miss the mark: Study
“We just look at [our patients] and we say, ‘Their skin color looks black, and therefore we’re going to apply a different equation to them.’ ”
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Treatment for alcohol abuse reduces hepatitis readmission
However, these support systems are not always feasible or easy to introduce.
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Newly defined liver disorder associated with COVID mortality
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Can pickle juice help ease cirrhotic cramps?
“The acid (vinegar) in the brine triggers a nerve reflex to stop the cramp when it hits the throat. This is why only a sip is needed.”
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AHA statement addresses CVD risk in NAFLD
The American Heart Association has issued a new scientific statement addressing cardiovascular risk in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
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CDC recommends hep B vaccination for most adults
The CDC said it wants to expand vaccinations because, after decades of progress, the number of new hepatitis B infections is increasing among...