Primary biliary cirrhosis (patient information)

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Primary Biliary Cirrhosis

Overview

What are the symptoms?

What are the causes?

Diagnosis

When to seek urgent medical care?

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for Primary biliary cirrhosis?

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible complications

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aditya Govindavarjhulla, M.B.B.S. [2]

Overview

Primary biliary cirrhosis is irritation and swelling (inflammation) of the bile ducts of the liver, which blocks the flow of bile. This obstruction damages liver cells and leads to scarring called cirrhosis.

What are the symptoms of Primary biliary cirrhosis?

What causes Primary biliary cirrhosis?

Who is at highest risk?

Diagnosis

When to seek urgent medical care?

Treatment options

Where to find medical care for Primary biliary cirrhosis?

Directions to Hospitals Treating Primary biliary cirrhosis

Prevention

What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?

Possible complications

Sources

National Library of Medicine

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