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Por Dr Jeremy Cobbold
25.01.19
Гепатология

Beyond Dry January: How to look after your liver

With alcoholic liver disease reported to be on the rise, many of us want to know: how do you actually look after your liver? How much can you safely drink? Are some types of alcohol better than others? And does Dry January actually work? We put these questions to consultant liver specialist Dr Jeremy Cobbold, who gave us some surprising answers:

Por Dr Andrew Peter Holt
21.11.18
Гепатология

Why is liver disease on the rise?

Alarmingly, liver disease is on the up across the UK and is the fourth commonest cause of life years lost. Fortunately, an early diagnosis of the silent disease means that most cases are treatable and, in some instances, curable. Expert liver specialist Dr Andrew Peter Holt explains more...

Por Dr Deepak Joshi
09.10.18
Гепатология

Will my liver transplant be successful?

Every year, there are around 800 liver transplants in the UK. If you’re a patient on a waiting list, it’s natural to worry how long you’ll have to wait, and whether the operation will be successful. We spoke to leading consultant hepatologist Dr Deepak Joshi about the procedure and what patients can expect from it.

Por Professor Kevin Peter Moore
24.07.18
Гепатология

The effect of Dry January: What happens to your body when you give up alcohol for one month?

On the Channel 4 show Live Well Longer, around 20 women were studied to look at the effects of giving up alcohol for a month. The results were astounding – from weight loss to lower blood pressure, and even the possible reduced risk of developing cancer. We asked liver specialist Professor Kevin Moore, who featured heavily in the programme, to explain what this means – and whether a “detox” from alcohol can really work.

Por Professor Kevin Peter Moore
20.07.18
Гепатология

What is a FibroScan and why would I need one?

A fibroScan is a type of ultrasound which measures how much scarring there is in your liver due to liver disease. It is quick, painless and frequently obviates the need for a liver biopsy.

Por Dr Deepak Joshi
23.01.18
Гепатология

What is primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) and how is it treated?

Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) is a rare type of liver disease that involves the inflammation and scarring of the bile ducts. PSC is an area of hepatology that is being researched so that we can learn more about this uncommon disease and find out better ways to treat it.

Por Professor Patrick Kennedy
15.12.17
Гепатология

Is there a cure for hepatitis? A look at treatments

Leading hepatologist, Dr Patrick Kennedy looks at the treatments for the different forms of viral hepatitis and answers the question of whether there is a cure.

Por Professor Patrick Kennedy
13.12.17
Гепатология

What is viral hepatitis and how is it diagnosed?

Ведущий консультант-гепатолог доктор Патрик Кеннеди объясняет, что такое вирусный гепатит, каковы симптомы и как он диагностируется.

Por Professor Kevin Peter Moore
14.11.17
Гепатология

Why see a hepatologist (liver specialist)?

The liver is estimated to perform 500+ vital functions in the body. If your doctor suspects you may be having a problem with your liver, they may refer you to a specialist called a hepatologist. Professor Kevin Moore explains what a liver specialist does, & the kinds of patient he is able to see.

Редакция Top Doctors
Гепатология

Азбука вирусного гепатита - часть 2

Viral hepatitis can be harmful if it becomes chronic, but how is it passed on in the first place? We take a look at some of the viruses that result in inflammation of the liver

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