Cholestatic Liver Disease

Authors : Elizabeth J. Carey, Keith D. Lindor (eds.)
Edition : 2
Year : 2014
Description :

Since the publication of the first edition, there have been advances in both the diagnosis and the management of many of the cholestatic liver diseases. Cholestatic Liver Disease, Second Edition thoroughly updates the topics previously addressed, such as primary biliary cirrhosis, primary sclerosing cholangitis and cholestatic variants of drug hepatotoxicity and viral disease. New treatments, such as the development of the farnesoid X receptor agonists for the treatment of PBC, are highlighted. Current guidelines and areas of uncertainty are also covered. Additionally, new chapters have been added to reflect the changing landscape of cholestatic liver disease.

Cholestatic Liver Disease, Second Edition is a concise yet comprehensive summary of the current status of the field and is of value to clinicians and researchers interested in patients with cholestatic liver disease provide that will help to guide patient management and stimulate investigative efforts.

Table of contents : Front Matter....Pages i-x
Diagnosis of Cholestasis....Pages 1-12
Drug-Induced Cholestasis....Pages 13-31
Primary Biliary Cirrhosis....Pages 33-50
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis....Pages 51-85
IgG4 Related Cholangitis....Pages 87-110
Rare Causes of Cholestasis....Pages 111-125
Cholestatic Variants of Viral Disease and Alcohol....Pages 127-141
Cholestasis Related to Systemic Disorders....Pages 143-162
Complications of Cholestasis....Pages 163-188
Cholestasis Post-Liver Transplantation....Pages 189-199
Cholestasis in the Hospitalized Patient....Pages 201-228
Endoscopic Management of Biliary Obstruction....Pages 229-252
Back Matter....Pages 253-259



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