All Liver disease articles
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NICE guidelineCOVID-19 rapid guideline: gastrointestinal and liver conditions treated with drugs affecting the immune response
The purpose of this guideline is to maximise the safety of children and adults who have gastrointestinal or liver conditions treated with drugs affecting the immune response during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Independent professional body guideline
Early identification and referral of liver disease in infants
This Guidelines summary is based on guidance included within the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation Yellow Alert Pack, written to provide general guidelines on the early identification of liver disease in infants and their referral where appropriate.
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Independent professional body guideline
BSG liver blood tests guideline
This summary covers the key points for GPs to consider when interpreting results from liver blood tests and how to respond to detected abnormalities.
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NICE guideline
NICE non-alcoholic fatty liver disease guideline
A summary of NICE guidance on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Includes identification, lifestyle advice, and pharmacological treatment.
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Feature article
Nurses play a crucial role in reducing the burden of liver disease
Michelle Clayton examines the current and future impact of liver disease and its causes, and highlights the role of nurses in educating and supporting patients to prevent the disease developing.
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NICE guideline
NICE cirrhosis guideline
A useful and concise summary on the assessment and management of cirrhosis. Recommendations cover diagnosis, monitoring, and managing complications.
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NICE guideline
NICE hepatitis B and C testing guideline
This summarises NICE's guideline developed to ensure that more people at increased risk of hepatitis B and C infection are tested.
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Independent professional body guideline
CLDF guideline: Yellow Alert stool chart
A summary of the CLDF's Yellow Alert stool chart—for tracking the colour of newborn babies' stools and being alert to warning signs of prolonged jaundice.
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NICE guideline
NICE alcohol-use disorders guideline
A concise summary of the NICE guideline on diagnosis, assessment, and management of alcohol-use disorders in adults, young people, and children.
