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Plasma protein tests: how to interpret abnormal results
Dr Jez Thompson describes the range of plasma protein tests available in primary care and explains what abnormal results might indicate
Expert articles
Liver blood tests: how to interpret abnormal results
Dr Jez Thompson highlights the key recommendations from the British Society of Gastroenterology on liver blood tests and early detection of liver disease
Primary biliary cholangitis needs structured, life-long management
Dr Jez Thompson discusses the European Association for the Study of the Liver guideline on diagnosis and management of patients with this progressive, long-term condition
Identifying people at risk of liver disease progression is crucial
Drs Rachel Pryke and Iain Brew (pictured) discuss NICE guidance on liver disease and cirrhosis, and the importance of making a diagnosis before the onset of complications
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease: what is the role of primary care?
Vi Nguyen, Jiawei Li, and Dr Jude Oben (pictured) discuss the causes and diagnosis of NAFLD, and the need for a holistic, multidisciplinary, and individualised approach for optimal disease management
NICE outlines how to treat alcohol-related physical conditions
Dr Stephen Stewart and Dr Sharon Swain explain how the NICE guideline on the management of alcohol-related physical complications aims to raise standards of care
The new BSG/UK-PBC guideline on the treatment and management of primary biliary cholangitis
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Educational resources
Animation on the decompensated cirrhosis care bundle—the first 24 hours
This Guidelines in Practice animation has been commissioned and funded by Norgine Pharmaceuticals Limited and developed in partnership with Guidelines in Practice. Watch this short animation to learn about appropriate investigations that should be undertaken, and initial management and postdischarge management.