For decades, giant mitochondria-known as megamitochondria-have been recognized in liver biopsies from patients with alcohol-associated liver disease (ALD).

Until now, doctors knew hepatic stellate cells mainly as drivers of liver fibrosis. The actual functions of this cell type have hardly been studied to date. Researchers have now determined that ...

The liver stands as a powerhouse organ, orchestrating a symphony of crucial functions essential for our overall health. It serves as the body’s primary detoxifier, meticulously removing harmful ...

A medication long used to help people breathe may soon help protect the liver as well. Researchers at the Medical University ...

Is your liver healthy? Here are 5 early signs your body may show that indicate your liver is not functioning properly.

A person can have hepatitis C with no symptoms. Liver enzyme tests can help detect and diagnose a hepatitis C infection by showing liver damage and inflammation. Hepatitis C is a contagious liver ...

Fatty liver disease can be spotted early by noticing certain signs in your eyes. Dr Vinit Shah explains how the disease can ...

Eating too much added sugar may increase liver fat and raise the risk of fatty liver disease. Talk to your healthcare provider about appropriate diet changes.

Liver runs a three-step detox system; focus on supporting its pathways daily. Provide amino acids, B-vitamins, antioxidants, hydration and fiber to aid clearance. Avoid excess alcohol, reduce ...

There was a time when anaesthesia was viewed as a supportive component of surgery. However, with the increasing complexity of modern surgical procedures and the acceptance of patients with advanced ...