Scientists Use a Technique To Regrow and Fix Damaged Liver From Lab-Grown Cells; First in the World

Medicine & Technology Feb 19, 2021

Scientists have utilized a technique to develop bile duct organoids, frequently called 'mini-organs,' in the laboratory and shown that they can fix impaired human livers.

Two Studies identify Coffee & Specific Gene that Can Lower the Risk of Developing Liver Disease

Sep 03, 2020

Researchers discovered new ways to reduce the risk of alcohol-induced cirrhosis for those who struggle with alcohol consumption including drinking coffee and the FAF2 Gene. Scientists note the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and other health conditions such as obesity and diabetes to prevent liver disease.

Liver Disease Is Leading to 'Neuroinflammatory Complications' Such as Alzheimer's

Jul 06, 2020

Scientists have directly linked non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with 'neuroinflammatory complications,' which eventually develop into Alzheimer's Disease.

Regular Blood Tests Can Predict the Risk of Developing Liver Disease

Jul 03, 2020

Liver cirrhosis symptoms occur late-stage and currently have no treatment apart from transplants. A new study reveals how regular blood sampling can help predict the risk of developing future liver disease.

Mini Human Livers Were Successfully Transplanted Into Rats

Jun 03, 2020

Scientists have bioengineered miniature human livers and successfully transplanted them into rats with impaired immune systems.

New Molecular Targets May Aid in the Treatment of Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis

May 07, 2019

The expression of two genes, IL-8 and CTGF, was significantly increased as a result of the PKHD1 mutation

Gum Disease Periodontitis Linked To Higher Mortality Risk Of Those That Have Liver Disease, Cirrhosis

Apr 26, 2017

Periodontitis was discovered to have a link with cirrhosis.

Researchers Discover Specific IFNL Protein Responsible For Liver Disease

Apr 25, 2017

Researchers have recently discovered specific IFNL protein that plays the key role in forming the crucial liver disease.

Liver disease drug could be the next miracle drug against Parkinson’s disease, study shows

Aug 13, 2015

A drug used for treating a certain liver diseases could also be the remedy to slow down Parkinson’s disease, a new study shows.

Possible Treatment for Liver Disease Shows Promising Results

Nov 08, 2014

Possible Treatment for Liver Disease Shows Promising Results, According to Study By the National Institutes of Health.