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Liver

The liver is a reddish brown gland that secretes digestive juices to aid in the digestion and absorption of food.

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What is the peritoneal membrane that attaches the stomach and duodenum to the liver?

The stomach empties into the duodenum.

The liver secretes bile into the common hepatic duct. If the sphincter choledochus is closed (it usually is), then the bile refluxes into the gall bladder through the cystic duct. When the sphincter of choledochus opens - with a general opening of the Sphincter of Oddi, the bile is secreted into the duodenum.

Both empty into the duodenum.

The activity of lipase is greater with the addition of bile salts?

Yes, because the bile salts emulsify the lipids increasing their contact with the lipase.

The liver secretes what into the body?

the liver produces bile which is then stored in the gallbladder and the liver also releases glucose into the blood when the levels are low

How enzyme function in the liver would be affected in a person with cirrhosis?

The enzyme function would not be as effecient, causing the liver to produce more enzymes.

What are alseres?

my father have alseres in liver

What precautions are taken after liver transplantation?

The first three months after transplant are the most risky for getting such infections as the flu, so patients should follow these precautions

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.

Can you still play a sport with osteochondritis?

No, I advise you not to as I've just had an operation on my talus(ankle) and have got

osteochondritis dissecans and even before that i wasn't aloud to do any physical activity. Swimming is ok but just be careful when walking if you have it in your knee or ankle as it could cause more damage.

Why is the liver considered a regulatory system?

The body needs the liver survive because this is where toxins are excreted in the form of a bile. The liver has so many functions that is vital to human body. Keep in mind that the liver can be used as storage for blood until it is ready to be used.

What is the most common reason for liver transplantation?

Cirrhosis, a disease that kills healthy liver cells, replacing them with scar tissue, is the most common reason for liver transplantation in adults.

Can a person live after liver transplant if they take no immunosuppresents?

No. The only case would be that of identical twins, but even that would be risky. The immunosuppressants allow the body to "accept" the transplant as its' own. The best age for a good result is a young adult. You will know if all is going well after a year.

What is mild heterogeneous in an ultrasound to rule out liver cancer?

The ultra sound having frequency is higher than the human ear can be respond.it is greater than 46khz.

Could a mutation in a cell in the liver of a human be passed on?

For a mutation to be passed onto the next generation it must be on sex chromosome. If mutation occurs in somatic cells of our body, it will not be passed on to the offspring(s). Mutation that changes one or few base pairs in the DNA is called point mutation.

What is the Medical term meaning fluid accumulation caused by liver disease?

Ascites. Slowly the fluid accumulates in areas with the lowest pressure and greatest capacity.

Can hepatitis cause liver damage if not treated?

Yes. Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver and causes liver cell damage and destruction. If left untreated hepatitis will continue to damage the liver and can result in liver cancer, liver failure, and permanent liver damage called cirrhosis.

Can Altace cause liver failure?

Altace Common side effects include a dry, persistent cough and increased potassium in the blood (hyperkalemia). Coughing resolves after discontinuing the drug. Yes Sometimes Altace cause liver failure . To make sure ramipril is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

  • kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
  • liver disease;
  • diabetes;
  • a connective tissue disease such as Marfan syndrome, Sjogren's syndrome, lupus, scleroderma, or rheumatoid arthritis; or
  • if you are also taking telmisartan (Micardis).

What triggers liver cirrhosis?

chronic alcoholism auto immune processes,

hepatitis

alcohol abuse

hepatic infiltration

Grads of alcoholic liver disease?

The grading system of alcoholic liver disease are Class I, Class II, Class IIa, Class IIb, and Class III.