Acute liver failure
This is the most common cause of liver failure in the U.S
what is acetaminophen overdose
This is the most common cause of liver cirrhosis worldwide
What is chronic hepatitis B and C infection
This yellow discoloration of the skin and eyes is a common sign of liver disease.
What is jaundice
This imaging test uses sound waves to create images of the liver and can detect abnormalities such as tumors or cysts
what is ultrasound
Elevated levels of this enzyme indicate liver cell damage
what is alanine aminotransferase (ALT)
This term describes the rapid onset of severe liver dysfunction in a patient without preexisting liver disease
what is fulminant hepatic failure
This term describes the irreversible scarring of the liver.
What is cirrhosis
This term describes the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity
what is ascities
This imaging technique provides detailed images of the liver and surrounding structures using magnetic fields and radio waves.
what is magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
This lab value is elevated in liver disease and indicates impaired bile flow.
what is alkaline phosphatase (ALP)
This treatment is often required for patients with acute liver failure to support vital functions
what is liver transplantation
This condition, characterized by increased pressure in the portal venous system, is a major complication of cirrhosis.
What is portal hypertension
This condition, characterized by small, spider-like blood vessels visible on the skin, is often seen in liver disease.
what are spider angiomas
This test measures the stiffness of the liver and can help diagnose fibrosis and cirrhosis.
what is transient elastography (FibroScan)
This protein, produced by the liver, is often decreased in chronic liver disease
what is albumin
This condition, characterized by confusion and altered level of consciousness is a common complication of acute liver failure
what is hepatic encephalopathy
This procedure is used to reduce portal hypertension by creating a pathway between the portal and systemic circulation
What is Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS)
This sign, characterized by a flapping tremor of the hands, is associated with hepatic encephalopathy.
what is asterixis
This blood test measures the level of broken down Hemoglobin in the blood and is used to assess liver function.
what is bilirubin test
This lab value, elevated in liver disease, indicates impaired liver function and increased bleeding risk.
what is prothrombin time (PT)
This diagnostic test is crucial for assessing the extent of liver damage in acute liver failure
what is liver biopsy
This type of cirrhosis is caused by long-term alcohol abuse.
What is alcoholic cirrhosis
This finding, characterized by redness of the palms, is often seen in chronic liver disease.
This procedure involves taking a small sample of liver tissue for microscopic examination.
what is liver biopsy
This lab value, elevated in liver cirrhosis, and indicates severe liver impairment
what is serum ammonia