Hepatology

                                                             Hepatology

The liver is on the skin after the largest and heaviest organ of the body, it weighs about 1500 grams. The liver is located on the right side of the body into the abdominal cavity . The gallbladder is against the liver. Flows and a half liters of blood per minute through the liver.The liver is undoubtedly a very important organ in the body with a huge capacity.

The main functions of the liver

The liver makes 24-hour sugar is available.

The liver plays role in the releasing and conversion of proteins, vitamins and substances that inhibit the clotting of the blood make it possible The liver takes care of the setup, storage and breakdown of energy-rich substances.The formation of bile, a liquid which ensures that fat-soluble substances are able to leave the body through the liver,and fats and fat-soluble vitamins that are taken from the diet.

The liver is responsible for the neutralization of all kinds of toxins, including alcohol and drugs. 1 of the substances is bilirubin, which is produced by the breakdown of RbCs. When the liver is not functioning , bilirubin accumulates in the skin and mucous membranes. These colors yellow and the patient has jaundice.About 250,000 people in the Netherlands have to deal with an acute or chronic disease of the liver or bile ducts. This may be due to a viral infection, an autoimmune condition, by lifestyle, hereditary, or for example prolonged exposure to drugs or alcohol. Liver disease affects young and old. In children, it is often congenital disorders. Liver disease can manifest itself acutely, but it is often a slow process, which only manifests in middle age. Cirrhosis occurs in many diseases at a later stage of the disease before. Not all liver disease is present adequate medication. The transplantation may be a final treatment option.

The common thread running through many liver diseases, that it is a chronic disease. Some patients experience this a good quality of life and can still work. Others become disabled and suffer serious consequences of the disease. Each disorder get more information, you can read news stories and experience. We hope it helps you and supports what you're doing.