PATHOPHYSIOLOGY AND FUNCTIONS OF THE LIVER: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW
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Keywords: liver, hepatology, liver function, pathophysiology, cirrhosis, detoxification, metabolismAbstract
Abstract: The liver is one of the most vital organs in the human body, playing a
central role in metabolism, detoxification, and synthesis of essential proteins.
Pathophysiological changes in the liver can result in a variety of disorders including
cirrhosis, hepatitis, and hepatic failure. This article reviews the physiological roles of
the liver and examines the key pathophysiological mechanisms underlying common
liver diseases.
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