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Diseases of the liver and biliary tract

Symptoms of liver cirrhosis: from initial to final stage

Cirrhosis of the liver is more common in men. Symptoms of cirrhosis of the liver are varied.

Steatohepatitis

Steatohepatitis is a transitional phase of the disease from steatosis to cirrhosis. This pathology affects the cells of the liver tissue, expressing itself as an inflammatory process developing on the basis of fatty degeneration.

Cholesterosis of the gallbladder

Gallbladder cholesterolosis is a disorder of the gallbladder function associated with poor fat metabolism.

Gallbladder kink in a child

A kink in the gallbladder in a child is a deformation of the organ and a decrease in its performance. The gallbladder is divided into three parts (fundus, neck, body) and is located in the lower part of the liver.

Fatty liver dystrophy

It is considered a common pathology, often causing no symptoms. In some cases, it manifests itself as an inflammatory process with further development of cirrhosis and signs of liver failure.

Hepatomegaly in children

Hepatomegaly in children can be physiological and pathological, moderate and diffuse. What does this mean and when does a child need help, we will talk about in this material.

Gallbladder deformity

In fact, gallbladder deformation is not considered a disease: it is only a symptom, a congenital or acquired feature of the organ.

Hepatomegaly of the liver: what it is, echo signs, how to treat

Hepatomegaly is an enlargement of the liver, which is a sign of various diseases. Let's consider the main causes of hepatomegaly, types, diagnostic methods and treatment.

Liver steatosis

Liver steatosis combines several pathological processes that ultimately lead to the appearance of fatty deposits in liver tissue.

Diffuse changes in the liver

Diffuse changes in the liver do not indicate a specific disease, but only indicate an increase in the liver parenchyma (the main tissue of the organ).