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Gujarat CM relief fund provides over Rs 31.55 crore to aid cancer patients
Updated : 2 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF), operated by the Government of Gujarat, has become a strong safety shield for citizens in times of crisis. Whether it is natural disasters, accidents, critical illnesses, or life-saving treatments, the fund continues to widen its reach, a release sa
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New drug could be first to stop deadly fatty liver disease: Study
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The Researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have identified a new investigational drug that shows promise in treating metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), a serious form of fatty liver disease linked to obesity and type 2 diabetes that can
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Breakthrough in Liver Failure Treatment: Bengaluru Scientists & Doctor
Updated : 1 year ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], February 13: A Lifesaving Innovation in the Fight Against Acute Liver Failure A revolutionary medical breakthrough is offering new hope in the fight against Acute Liver Failure (ALF), a deadly condition that progresses rapidly and often leaves patients with no
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WHO calls for accelerated action against hepatitis to address increasing l
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Despite being preventable and treatable, these chronic infections are increasingly causing serious illness and deaths from liver cancer, cirrhosis, and liver failure in the region
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Delhi: 13-year-old girl in coma wakes up after liver transplant
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
A few years ago, Radha suffered from liver failure. She was diagnosed with the rare disease Wilson's, and ever since then, she has battled with the aberrant accumulation of copper in her organs, particularly her liver, hepatitis A dealt a deadly blow to her already damaged liver, leading to
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"No shortage of medicine": Nanded Hospital Dean denies medical negligence
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
Shyamrao Wakode, Dean of Govt Medical College Nanded said, "In the last 24 hours, 24 people lost their lives. Around 12 children (1-2 days old) died in the last 24 hours. These children were suffering from different ailments. Among the adults, there were 8 patients from 70-80 years of age
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Researchers discover causes of liver cell scarring
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
When damaged liver cells are replaced by scar tissue, hepatic fibrosis results. Cirrhosis, liver failure, and even liver cancer can arise as a result of cumulative scarring that, over time, restricts the blood flow to the liver. When the condition is severe, there is no other course of actio
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Researchers find how liver cells become scarring, worse
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
Hepatic fibrosis happens when the liver's destroyed cells are replaced by scar tissue. Cirrhosis, liver failure, and even liver cancer may develop as a result of the liver's blood flow being disrupted over time by accumulated scarring. An organ transplant is the only option for treatment in
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Liver dialysis device proved safe, effective for treating severe liver fai
Updated : 2 years, 9 months ago IST
When compared to patients receiving standard of care, the DIALIVE device, developed by researchers at UCL's Institute for Liver and Digestive Health, was found to be safe and associated with significant improvement in the severity of symptoms
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First-degree relatives of patients with NAFLD at risk of liver disease: Re
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
Approximately one-fourth of the general population worldwide has nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, known as NAFLD, an umbrella term for a range of liver conditions affecting people who drink little to no alcohol. NAFLD can lead to cirrhosis, liver cancer and liver failure.
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Emmy-winning writer Gene Perret passes away at 85
Updated : 3 years, 3 months ago IST
Emmy-winning writer Gene Perret, known for his contribution as a member of the writing staff at 'The Carol Burnett Show,' passed away at 85 on November 15 due to liver failure at his home in Westlake Village.
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Dr Vikram Raut receives Trendsetter 2022 award from Hon. Governor Bhagat S
Updated : 4 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], March 5 (ANI/Target Media): About 40000 patients in India need lifesaving liver transplantation procedure every year. About 0.5 liver transplants per million populations are currently performed in India vs 10 per million populations in developed countries. A liver is an ex
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