ABSTRACT Liver failure has become quite a common medical problem today with the major cause being long term excessive consumption of alcohol. Prolonged use of alcohol and other drugs including medicinal, affects every organ of the body. Being the largest metabolic organ, the liver bears a major impact. Gradually, liver damage hinders the functioning of other organs like kidney, heart…
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 Liver is a vital organ of the body that performs multiple functions to support life. These functions involve Digestion, metabolism, synthesis of protein, detoxification, processing of blood, production of Bile. Due to the food habits and lifestyle these days, we are putting a lot of extra pressure and burden on our liver. This is increasing the chances of Liver…
Abstract Humans care most about their brain and heart, but when these two fight, the liver suffers the most. The alcoholic fatty liver is one of the most common diseases of the liver. Alcohol intake is very damaging for the cells of the liver. There can be various other reasons that may lead to the depletion of the health of…
Abstract Liver disease is the most common cause of death. Liver disease causes more than two million deaths each year and accounts for 4% of all deaths worldwide, 1 in 3 liver-related deaths occur in women. Of these, 600,000 to 900,000 deaths are caused by liver cancer. According to the World Health Organization, liver disease is the tenth most common…
Abstract Liver is one of the largest vital organs of the body and is of major importance. It has functions like maintenance of metabolic activity, detoxification of the body and synthesis of vitamins, enzymes etc. Hepatic disorders like hepatomegaly, fatty liver, ascites are very common in the population worldwide. Liver tumors and cirrhosis are often present in hepatomegaly. Causes include…
The liver, the largest internal organ with multifaceted functions is at the forefront of numerous global health concerns. From rising rates of liver diseases to challenges in access to treatment and preventive measures, the current landscape presents a complex tapestry of issues affecting liver health worldwide. In this article, we delve into the prevailing global health concerns surrounding the liver,…
Abstract To know about Chylous Ascites (CA) we need to know about ascites, so ascites is a condition in which fluid collects in spaces within your abdomen. Chylous Ascites is a rarest form of ascites in which there is leakage of lipid rich lymph into the peritoneal cavity. It usually occurs due to trauma that causes rupture of the lymphatics…
ABSTRACT Encapsulating Peritoneal Sclerosis (EPS) is an uncommon cause of intestinal obstruction that is characterised by fibrotic encapsulation of the colon as a result of a progressive intra-abdominal inflammatory process. The main symptoms of encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis include inflammatory parameters, gastrointestinal obstruction, and macroscopic abnormalities. By the International Society for Peritoneal Dialysis as a syndrome characterised by symptoms of intestinal…