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Iron accumulation: a new insight into fibrotic diseases

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Hippocratic Post

Fibrosis is associated with various chronic and life-threatening conditions, including pulmonary fibrosis, liver cirrhosis, kidney disease, and cardiovascular diseases, among others. These conditions collectively contribute to a substantial portion of mortality in developed countries, making fibrotic diseases a critical health problem requiring attention, research, and innovative approaches for diagnosis and treatment. Scientists at IRB Barcelona’s […]

How to diagnose and prevent Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Hippocratic Post

NAFLD: How to Diagnose and Prevent Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease is a disease that affects the liver cells and causes a build-up of fats that could potentially lead to liver failure. Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease is a different liver condition from NAFLD and is caused by excessive drinking of alcohol. NAFLD […]

New blood biomarker: fatty liver disease

Posted on June 23, 2022 by Hippocratic Post

New blood biomarker identified for status of fatty liver disease: A MedUni Vienna study team has identified the role of a specific subtype of macrophages (white blood cells) in progressive non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. As part of the immune system, these cells have a protective function against fibrosis and liver cirrhosis. At the same time, […]