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Development of an Ethanol-induced Fibrotic Liver Model in Zebrafish to Study Progenitor Cell-mediated Hepatocyte Regeneration
Published on: May 13, 2016
Abstract:
The experience in treatment of 14 patients with focal cirrhosis of the liver is summarized. Clinical and morphological data is presented. It is noted that clinical picture is poor and non-specific. Ultrasonic examination is the main diagnostic tool. It is demonstrated that histological examination of removed specimen is often necessary for final diagnosis. Method of choice in the treatment of patients is surgical one. The scope of surgery depends on intraoperative features, extended hepatic resection is not usually indicated.
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