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Acute Liver Injury and Failure.

Journal:
The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
Year:
2017
Authors:
Thawley, Vincent
Affiliation:
Department of Clinical Studies · United States

Abstract

Acute liver injury and acute liver failure are syndromes characterized by a rapid loss of functional hepatocytes in a patient with no evidence of pre-existing liver disease. A variety of inciting causes have been identified, including toxic, infectious, neoplastic, and drug-induced causes. This article reviews the pathophysiology and clinical approach to the acute liver injury/acute liver failure patient, with a particular emphasis on the diagnostic evaluation and care in the acute setting.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28065578/