Researchers identify a potential therapeutic target against cirrhosis and liver inflammation

by University of BarcelonaA new study by a team of the University of Barcelona could promote the design of drugs to treat these pathologies. Credit: University of BarcelonaThe RNF41 protein could

Updated on: January 29,2024 12

Researchers identify a potential therapeutic target against cirrhosis and liver inflammation

by University of BarcelonaA new study by a team of the University of Barcelona could promote the design of drugs to treat these pathologies. Credit: University of BarcelonaThe RNF41 protein could

Updated on:January 29,2024 12

Markers of inflammation can predict 180-day mortality in cirrhosis

by Elana GotkineFor patients with newly diagnosed cirrhosis, markers of inflammation can predict 180-day mortality, but not liver-related admissions, according to a study published online Nov. 16 in&n

Updated on: January 29,2024 16

Markers of inflammation can predict 180-day mortality in cirrhosis

by Elana GotkineFor patients with newly diagnosed cirrhosis, markers of inflammation can predict 180-day mortality, but not liver-related admissions, according to a study published online Nov. 16 in&n

Updated on:January 29,2024 16

Cytoglobin: Key player in preventing liver disease

by Osaka City University6His tagged recombinant human CYGB (His-CYGB) was endocytosed into the HSCs via Clathrin-mediated pathway, scavenged ROS, such as O2- and OH-, and induced IFN-β secretion media

Updated on: May 09,2024 5

Cytoglobin: Key player in preventing liver disease

by Osaka City University6His tagged recombinant human CYGB (His-CYGB) was endocytosed into the HSCs via Clathrin-mediated pathway, scavenged ROS, such as O2- and OH-, and induced IFN-β secretion media

Updated on:May 09,2024 5

Broken sleep a hallmark sign of living with the most common liver disease, scientists find

byFrontiersCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe prevalence of MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) is exploding in most regions of the world, boosted by increased ob

Updated on: December 09,2024 0

Broken sleep a hallmark sign of living with the most common liver disease, scientists find

byFrontiersCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainThe prevalence of MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) is exploding in most regions of the world, boosted by increased ob

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Exposure to toxic blue-green algae, exacerbated by climate change, shown to cause liver disease in mouse models

by University of California, IrvineCYN exposure in mice for 15 days via oral gavage caused an altered gut bacteriome pattern at both phylum and family levels with decreased α-diversity. (A) The r

Updated on: March 25,2024 11

Exposure to toxic blue-green algae, exacerbated by climate change, shown to cause liver disease in mouse models

by University of California, IrvineCYN exposure in mice for 15 days via oral gavage caused an altered gut bacteriome pattern at both phylum and family levels with decreased α-diversity. (A) The r

Updated on:March 25,2024 11

Hepatitis C virus infection: Research team discovers that a protein has an unexpected proviral effect

by Susanne Stöcker, Paul-Ehrlich-Institut - Bundesinstitut für Impfstoffe und biomedizinische ArzneimittelThe expression of GBP1 is increased in HCV replicating cells. Credit:PLOS Pathogens&nbsp

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Hepatitis C virus infection: Research team discovers that a protein has an unexpected proviral effect

by Susanne Stöcker, Paul-Ehrlich-Institut - Bundesinstitut für Impfstoffe und biomedizinische ArzneimittelThe expression of GBP1 is increased in HCV replicating cells. Credit:PLOS Pathogens&nbsp

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Using social determinants of health to guide liver disease screening

by Ariana Baldassano,Rush University Medical CenterCredit:JHEP Reports(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.jhepr.2023.100696Black people face a higher risk of developing severe liver fibrosis, but

Updated on: May 29,2024 8

Using social determinants of health to guide liver disease screening

by Ariana Baldassano,Rush University Medical CenterCredit:JHEP Reports(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.jhepr.2023.100696Black people face a higher risk of developing severe liver fibrosis, but

Updated on:May 29,2024 8

Bacterial agent opens new therapeutic options for Wilson's disease

by Helmholtz Association of German Research CentresGraphical abstract. Credit:Gastroenterology(2023). DOI: 10.1053/j.gastro.2023.03.216A specific molecule excreted by methane-oxidizin

Updated on: May 09,2024 8

Bacterial agent opens new therapeutic options for Wilson's disease

by Helmholtz Association of German Research CentresGraphical abstract. Credit:Gastroenterology(2023). DOI: 10.1053/j.gastro.2023.03.216A specific molecule excreted by methane-oxidizin

Updated on:May 09,2024 8

New combination therapy offers chance of healing hepatitis B

by German Center for Infection ResearchThe digitally-colorized transmission electron microscopic image reveals the presence of Hepatitis B virions (orange colored). Credit: CDC/Dr. Erskine PalmerAroun

Updated on: May 06,2024 10

New combination therapy offers chance of healing hepatitis B

by German Center for Infection ResearchThe digitally-colorized transmission electron microscopic image reveals the presence of Hepatitis B virions (orange colored). Credit: CDC/Dr. Erskine PalmerAroun

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Organ allocation changes lead to better survival rates for children with liver failure

byChildren's Hospital Los AngelesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLiver transplantation is currently the only cure for pediatric acute liver failure (PALF), a rapidly progressing and life-th

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Organ allocation changes lead to better survival rates for children with liver failure

byChildren's Hospital Los AngelesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainLiver transplantation is currently the only cure for pediatric acute liver failure (PALF), a rapidly progressing and life-th

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Study ties diabetes and obesity to increased risk of liver cancer relapse

byOsaka Metropolitan UniversityDiabetes mellitus and obesity are risks for late postoperative recurrence of hepatocellular carcinoma. Credit: Osaka Metropolitan UniversityHepatocellular carcinom

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Study ties diabetes and obesity to increased risk of liver cancer relapse

byOsaka Metropolitan UniversityDiabetes mellitus and obesity are risks for late postoperative recurrence of hepatocellular carcinoma. Credit: Osaka Metropolitan UniversityHepatocellular carcinom

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Multiple myeloma cured after hepatitis treatment reveals that this cancer can be caused by viruses

JANUARY 19, 2024byThe Spanish National Cancer Research CentreThe effect of antiviral treatment in hepatitis C virus- and hepatitis B virus-infected multiple myeloma cohorts. (A) Study design and

Updated on: March 15,2024 7

Multiple myeloma cured after hepatitis treatment reveals that this cancer can be caused by viruses

JANUARY 19, 2024byThe Spanish National Cancer Research CentreThe effect of antiviral treatment in hepatitis C virus- and hepatitis B virus-infected multiple myeloma cohorts. (A) Study design and

Updated on:March 15,2024 7