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What disease is caused when liver cells are replaced by useless scar tissue?
Cirrhosis of the liver involves the replacement of healthy liver cells with scar tissue.
What is the medical term meaning Condition in which the liver tissue is destroyed and replaced by scar tissue?
Scar tissue that forms in the liver is called cirrhosis. Technically cirrhosis is not a "disease"; it is a stage of liver malfunction. In fact, it is the final stage after fibrosis. Cirrhosis of the liver is most often caused by alcoholism, but can be caused by other diseases as well.
What disease occur when normal liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue?
The disease that occurs when normal liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue is known as cirrhosis. This condition results from chronic liver damage due to factors such as alcohol abuse, viral hepatitis, or fatty liver disease. As scar tissue forms, it disrupts the liver's ability to function properly, leading to complications such as liver failure, portal hypertension, and increased risk of liver cancer. Early detection and treatment are crucial to manage the disease and prevent further liver damage.
What is the liver disease caused by drinking heavily for many years?
Cirrhosis is a slow progressing disease of the liver where healthy liver tissue is gradually replaced with scar tissue. The liver can no longer filter toxins like drugs and alcohol.
What are 5 diseases caused by alcohol?
Liver, and Kidney Failure, Depression, Alcoholism, Osteoporosis, Hypertension (blood being forced through the arteries)
Does all liver tissue regenerate?
Not currently. Cirrhosis is caused by the liver turning into scar tissue, and once the scar tissue is there it won't grow back into liver tissue. I did just read about some Russian scientists who claim to be researching a drug that can turn the scar into stem cells which then grow back into liver cells, but assuming that this works it won't be available for many years unfortunately.
What is the medical term for softening of the liver tissue?
The medical term for the softening of liver tissue is "hepatomalacia." This condition can result from various causes, including liver disease, infections, or prolonged exposure to toxins. Hepatomalacia may lead to severe liver dysfunction and requires medical evaluation and intervention.
Is hypertension and portal hypertension the same?
No. Portal Hypertension is specific hypertension in the portal system while general hypertension is the primary hypertension. Portal hypertension happens when there is high pressure in the portal circulation or the circulation in the Liver and lower body organs.
Hypertension is directly associated with the development of?
liver failure
Is the liver considered a tissue or an organ?
The liver is considered an organ, not a tissue.
Can parasite cause cirrhosis?
Yes, certain parasites can lead to cirrhosis, particularly those that cause chronic liver inflammation. For instance, infections from parasites like Schistosoma mansoni can result in portal hypertension and liver fibrosis, ultimately progressing to cirrhosis. Additionally, other parasitic infections that affect the liver, such as those caused by Echinococcus, can also contribute to liver damage over time. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent these complications.
How the liver diseases affect in the tissue?
Because the liver is just on the outside of the tissue
