COVID-19: how does it affect the liver and liver disease patients?
Professor Kevin Moore provides you with what experts currently know about coronavirus COVID-19's impact on the liver and on the treatment of liver disease patients.
COVID-19: how does it affect the liver and liver disease patients?
Professor Kevin Moore provides you with what experts currently know about coronavirus COVID-19's impact on the liver and on the treatment of liver disease patients.
Alcoholic liver disease: the harmful effects of lockdown drinking
Most of us think that drinking alcohol is harmless, however, during the coronavirus crisis, alcohol sales have soared with many people turning to drink to cope with the pandemic. One of our liver specialists Professor Laith Al-Rubaiy explains how and why we should be careful with how much booze that we consume, especially right now.
Liver disease: one of the UK’s biggest killers
Liver disease is in the top five causes of premature death in the United Kingdom. Over the past decade, there has been a 20% increase in the number of cases of liver disease, which is quite dramatic, but how much do you know about liver disease? Professor Kevin Peter Moore, a top hepatologist, gives us a thorough overview.
Coronavirus information for liver patients
Get reliable information from a leading specialist about what to do if you’re suffering from a liver condition (e.g. liver disease, cirrhosis or hepatitis) or undergoing immunosuppressive treatment during the coronavirus pandemic. Professor Patrick Kennedy, an internationally renowned hepatologist, provides you with a trustworthy starting point for managing your liver condition during this time.
Liver disease: what is cholestasis?
Cholestasis is a liver disease, which results in symptoms of jaundice, dark urine, fatigue and excessive itching. We've asked Professor Roger Williams CBE all about this type of liver disease, including how it is diagnosed how it can be managed.
By Dr Deepak Joshi
10.02.20
Hepatology (liver specialist)
If you are troubled by abdominal pain, weight loss or jaundice your doctor may suggest you undergo an ERCP to figure out what's going on and treat it directly. Dr Deepak Joshi explains what this procedure does and why you need it.
By Professor Aftab Ala
22.01.20
Hepatology (liver specialist)
FibroScan: The painless way to assess your liver
Checking the health of your liver is now safer and easier than ever. Expert hepatologist Professor Aftab Ala explains how the ultrasound-based FibroScan test works, who it’s recommended for, and what it can tell you about your liver.
By Professor Aftab Ala
21.01.20
Hepatology (liver specialist)
The prevalence of fatty liver is rising across the world, leading to serious health problems. It is now the most common type of chronic liver disease and is frequently associated with obesity and type 2 diabetes. Professor Aftab Ala, renowned consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist, explains what's causing it and how we can prevent it.
Autoimmune hepatitis – when the body attacks its liver
Autoimmune hepatitis is a serious condition in which the body attacks liver cells, therefore it prevents essential liver function. Here, Professor Roger Williams CBE explains who is most susceptible to this dangerous condition, as well as its symptoms, diagnosis and available treatment.
Causes and diagnosis of the most common types of jaundice
When a person has jaundice, they may find that their skin and whites of the eyes turn yellow. This can occur due to different types of jaundice, each with their own causes. Here, Professor Roger Williams CBE, Director of the Institute of Hepatology, shares his expertise on the causes and diagnosis of the most common types of jaundice.
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