Cirrhosis of the LiverCirrhosis is a potentially life-threatening condition that occurs
when scarring, called fibrosis, damages the liver. The scarring replaces
healthy tissue and prevents the liver from working normally. The most common causes of cirrhosis are alcoholism and some types of
hepatitis. ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerAdam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerW. Thomas London, MD - Hepatology Current as of:
May 5, 2017 Author:
Healthwise Staff Medical Review:
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & W. Thomas London, MD - Hepatology |
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