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Liver and Bile Ducts Anatomy

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What is the most severe form of liver disease?

Liver failure

What is the hallmark of alcohol-induced or nonalcoholic steatohepatitis?

Formation of Mallory hyaline

What are the initial symptoms of acute liver failure?

Initially nausea, vomiting, jaundice

What is the most common cause of acute liver failure in the US?

Accidental or deliberate ingestion of acetaminophen Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of liver failure based on the speed of onset?

Acute and chronic Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal weight range of an adult liver?

1400-1600 grams Signup and view all the answers

What are the two sources of blood supply to the liver?

Portal vein and Hepatic artery Signup and view all the answers

What is the functional unit of the liver?

Hepatic Lobule Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Hepatic Stellate Cells when quiescent?

Lipid storage Signup and view all the answers

What are the stimuli for Hepatocyte Injury as mentioned in the text?

Inflammatory cytokines (TNF-α), Altered interactions with extracellular matrix, Toxins and reactive oxygen species Signup and view all the answers

What are the common liver function tests requested for patients?

AST, ALT, LDH, Total and direct bilirubin, serum alkaline phosphatase, serum γ-glutamyl transferase (GGT), Serum albumin, Coagulation factors Signup and view all the answers