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  • Ductular reaction identified as a key factor in fibrosis progression in chronic hepatitis C.
  • Alpha-smooth muscle actin immunostaining in post-transplant biopsies may predict recurrence risk in hepatitis C virus-related cirrhosis.
  • Recent publications also covered non-HFE hemochromatosis, Wilson's disease in the elderly, childhood cholestasis, and hepatocellular carcinoma precursor lesions.

    • Conclusions:

    • A new morphologic classification for pediatric nonalcoholic steatohepatitis impacts liver biopsy interpretation.
    • Improved understanding of childhood cholestasis differential diagnosis and fibrogenesis in chronic hepatitis C.
    • Histopathology plays a vital role in managing complex liver diseases and guiding treatment decisions.