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Mycophenolate Shows Promise as Alternative to Azathioprine in Treating Liver Disease

A study compares the effectiveness of mycophenolate and azathioprine in treating autoimmune hepatitis. It finds that mycophenolate is as good as, if not better than, azathioprine in managing the condition, offering a potential alternative treatment option for patients. This could help improve treatment outcomes for those with autoimmune hepatitis.

Mycophenolate Treatment for Autoimmune Hepatitis: A Cautionary Approach Explained

The article discusses the use of mycophenolate to treat autoimmune hepatitis, highlighting that while it can be effective, it still requires careful consideration due to potential side effects and the need for close monitoring. Experts caution against its routine use without thorough patient evaluation.

UAB Researchers Use Gene Therapy to Reverse Liver Disease in Mice Study

Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham used gene therapy to reverse liver disease in mice, which could have implications for treating autoimmune hepatitis and other liver conditions by correcting genetic defects that lead to these diseases.

New Algorithm Uses Ultrasound, Platelet Count, and Albumin to Screen for Advanced Liver Disease

This article discusses a new method to screen for advanced chronic liver disease using ultrasonography, platelet count, and albumin levels, with transient elastography as a reference. This approach could help identify patients with compensated liver disease, which is relevant for managing conditions like autoimmune hepatitis.