ABSTRACT The liver is located in the upper right part of the abdomen. The weight of the liver is 3 pounds (1.36078kg). The liver regulates most of the chemical levels and excretes bile. The liver is an organ which is responsible for supporting metabolism, immunity, digestion, detoxification and vitamin storage. The liver is the only organ in the human body…
Abstract Fatty liver is becoming one of the most common liver disorders not only in India but globally. This is due to changes in the lifestyle and food that we consume in the present millennium. Both Non-Alcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD) and Alcoholic fatty liver are becoming more frequent amongst those who visit the outpatient department. This is due to rising…
Abstract Ayurveda, an ancient system of medicine which originates in India. It is a knowledge which helps us to lead a healthy life by making the right decision for body and mind. But due to altered lifestyle and faulty food habits liver disorders are commonly occurring in modern India. Healthy liver is very essential for overall health and well being…
ABSTRACT Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) is a term used to describe a diverse set of juvenile autosomal recessive diseases that affect bile production and manifest as cholestasis of hepatocellular origin. People with conditions like portal hypertension, hepatosplenomegaly, jaundice, or acute itching are specifically targeted. This illness primarily results in cirrhosis and an urgent need for a liver transplant. Progressive…
Abstract Chylous ascites is the rarest occurrence which results in lipid rich leakage into the discharge of lipid rich lymph in the peritoneal or retroperitoneal cavities. It often happens because of rupture and trauma of the lymphatic system. The fluid has a milky appearance due to the presence of triglycerides. It may cause nutritional deficiencies and immune system related problems….
Abstract Sarcoidosis is a multisystem disease which has non-caseating granulomas found in the affected organs. The liver is the major organ of vertebrates and is helpful for the detoxification and synthesis of protein which is necessary for digestion and growth of the individual. The liver is the accessory organ for digestion which produces bile and is useful in the breakdown…
Abstract Chylous ascites is a rare condition. Some three decades back, chylous ascites were reported as 1 in 20,000 cases. However, now the incidence of chylous ascites has increased. It is believed to have increased due to increase in the survival rate of patients with cancer and excessive surgical intervention such as laparoscopic surgery and transplantation. In this article, let…
Abstract In today’s world liver infections and fatty liver disease are major problems and fat accumulation in the liver due to excessive fat and excessive alcohol intake. Fatty liver has two types, alcoholic and non-alcoholic aspects. NAFD is a type of fatty liver which does not occur due to heavy alcohol intake. NASH is a type of fatty liver which…
Abstract Iron overload is commonly called as hemochromatosis. This is a condition in which the body stores too much iron and is often genetic. Excessive iron absorbed from your food is stored in your organs especially in your liver heart and pancreas. This pile up of iron is dangerous for the body and starts causing multiple organ degradation. In this…