Medical articles from Professor Kevin Peter Moore

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25/06/2021

Hepatology

Liver transplantation: When is it necessary?

How does your doctor determine whether you are a suitable candidate and what is the long-term outlook for those living with a liver transplant? Fortunately, highly-reputable hepatologist Professor Kevin Moore has answered these questions.

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09/06/2020

Professor Kevin Peter Moore

Hepatology

Fatty liver disease: how can I reduce my fatty liver?

It can be normal to have a small amount of fat in your liver, but just when does it become too much and what are the possible causes of excess fat in the liver? Thankfully, one of our highly-experienced liver specialists Professor Kevin Moore answers these questions and explains how the condition can be reduced.

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05/06/2020

Professor Kevin Peter Moore

Hepatology

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.

04/05/2020

Professor Kevin Peter Moore

Hepatology

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.

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24/07/2018

Professor Kevin Peter Moore

Hepatology

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.

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20/07/2018

Professor Kevin Peter Moore

Hepatology

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.

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14/11/2017

Professor Kevin Peter Moore

Hepatology

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.

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28/07/2017

Professor Kevin Peter Moore

Hepatology

All you need to know about liver disease

Leading consultant hepatologist Professor Kevin Peter Moore talks about liver diseases.

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21/03/2017

Professor Kevin Peter Moore

Hepatology

Alcoholic liver disease and alcohol dependency

The risks of excessive drinking are numerous and include liver disease. In general, it is only people who drink heavily for many years who develop alcohol-related liver disease but everyone is different. Thankfully the liver has a tremendous ability to recover.