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Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis : Treatments

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Treatments could include:
Treatment attempts to manage the complications of cirrhosis and prevent further liver damage. It may include stopping certain medications and alcohol that caused the problem.Other treatment options are available for the complications of cirrhosis:...
Source:ADAM
Date:December 12, 2008
The goal of treatment is to cure or reduce the condition causing cirrhosis, prevent or delay disease progression, and prevent or treat complications.Salt and fluid intake are often limited, and activity is encouraged. A diet high in calories and m...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Before starting on any alternative treatment program, patients should consult their doctor for monitoring of side effects and effectiveness of treatment. Any nutritional changes should be discussed with the primary care provider.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Detailed information on liver transplantation, including donor lists, organ rejection, details of the procedure, and long-term outlook following a liver transplant
Source:StayWell
Liver transplantation is a surgery that removes a diseased liver and replaces it with a healthy donor liver.A liver transplant is needed when the liver''s function is reduced to the point that the life of the patient is threatened.Compared to white...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Surgery
Liver transplant is surgery to replace a diseased liver with a healthy liver.Liver transplants have become common operations worldwide.A healthy liver is usually obtained from a donor who has recently died, but has not had liver injury. The donor ...
Source:ADAM
Date:May 27, 2008
Detailed information on liver transplantation in children A liver transplant is a surgical procedure performed to replace a diseased liver with a healthy liver from another person. The liver may come from a deceased organ donor or from a living donor. Family members or individuals who are unrelated but make a good match may be able to donate a portion of their liver. This type of transplant is called a living transplant. Individuals who donate a portion of their liver can live healthy lives with the remaining liver.
Source:StayWell
Liver transplantation is a surgery that removes a diseased liver and replace it with a healthy donor liver.The liver is the body''s principle chemical factory. It receives all nutrients, drugs, and toxins absorbed from the intestines and performs t...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Achieving adequate nutritional support is difficult during cancer therapy or treatment. However, preservation of body composition and proper nutrition will help to maintain strength and may improve daily function and ability to cope with cancer th...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
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