Tag: Hepatology
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Exact Sciences Unveils Breakthrough: Blood-Based Test Boosts Early Liver Cancer Detection
Breakthrough in Liver Cancer Detection Exact Sciences Corp. announced pivotal clinical validation results from the ALTUS study, signaling a major step forward in the early detection of liver cancer through a blood-based surveillance test. The prospective, head-to-head study (NCT: 05064553) evaluated the test’s performance against existing screening modalities, with results indicating superior sensitivity and specificity…
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World’s First Pig-to-Human Liver Xenotransplant Signals New Frontier in Hepatology
Overview of the Study A pioneering study published in the Journal of Hepatology reports the world’s first auxiliary liver xenotransplant from a genetically engineered pig to a living human recipient. The recipient, a 71-year-old man with hepatitis B–related cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma, survived for 171 days following implantation, providing proof-of-concept that a porcine liver can…
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Pioneering Pig-to-Human Liver Xenotransplantation Demonstrates Feasibility and Hurdles
Groundbreaking Case Signals Feasibility of Pig Liver Xenotransplantation A new study in the Journal of Hepatology reports the world’s first auxiliary pig-to-human liver xenotransplant, providing proof that a genetically engineered porcine liver can perform key metabolic and synthetic functions in a living human. The patient survived for 171 days, marking a pivotal step forward in…
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NUH and Siemens Collaborate on Ultrasound Tech for Liver Diagnostics
NUH and Siemens Team Up to Advance Liver Disease Diagnostics Singapore’s National University Hospital (NUH) and Siemens Healthineers have announced a collaborative study to explore cutting-edge ultrasound technologies aimed at improving liver disease diagnostics. The project signals a growing push in the medical imaging field to combine reliable non-invasive tests with intelligent data analysis, offering…
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NUH and Siemens Team Up to Advance Ultrasound Diagnostics for Liver Disease
NUH and Siemens Collaborate to Advance Liver Disease Diagnostics The National University Hospital (NUH) has announced a collaborative research effort with Siemens Healthineers to study and develop ultrasound-based diagnostics for liver disease. The partnership brings together NUH’s clinical expertise and Siemens’ imaging technology to explore new ways to detect, characterize, and monitor liver conditions, including…
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NUH and Siemens Expand Ultrasound Tech to Revolutionize Liver Disease Diagnostics
NUH and Siemens Partner to Advance Ultrasound-Based Liver Diagnostics Hospitals in Singapore’s healthcare landscape are witnessing a significant collaboration as National University Hospital (NUH) teams up with Siemens Healthineers to study and develop next-generation ultrasound technologies focused on liver disease diagnostics. This partnership underscores a broader push toward non-invasive, accurate, and accessible liver imaging that…
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Five Home Signs of Fatty Liver to Watch for in India, Say Doctors
Fatty Liver in India: A Silent Health Concern A silent health concern is gripping India. Recent estimates suggest that about 38% of adults may have Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD). The condition often hides behind everyday fatigue and subtle body signals, making awareness crucial. While a proper diagnosis requires medical tests such as ultrasounds or…
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Repurposed Antihypertensive and Lipid-Lowering Drugs Show Promise Against MASLD
MASLD: A Global Liver Disease in Need of Safe, Effective Treatments Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is now recognized as the world’s most common liver disorder, affecting roughly one in three adults. The disease is characterized by fat buildup in liver cells, which can progress to liver dysfunction and is closely linked to higher…
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Ovidius Clinical Hospital Expands Gastroenterology Services in Constanța with Dr. Andrada-Gabriela Dinculescu
Ovidius Clinical Hospital Expands Gastroenterology in Constanța Ovidius Clinical Hospital (OCH) has announced a strategic expansion of its Department of Gastroenterology and Interventional Gastroenterology in Constanța, welcoming Dr. Andrada-Gabriela Dinculescu to the team. A specialist with more than 15 years of experience in reference centers across Germany, Dr. Dinculescu brings a proven track record in…
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Can Ayurvedic Supplements Silence Liver Damage? Doctors Warn of Hidden Risks
Can Ayurvedic Supplements Silence Liver Damage? Ayurvedic supplements have surged in popularity for immune support and overall wellness. But a growing number of hepatologists warn that the label “natural” does not guarantee safety. A concerning pattern has emerged: months or years of seemingly harmless herbal tonics coinciding with signs of liver trouble, including elevated enzymes,…