Top tips: alcohol dependency
Dr Stephen Willott provides 10 top tips for assessing alcohol dependency in primary care including how to manage patients presenting in crisis
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
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
The new BSG/UK-PBC guideline on the treatment and management of primary biliary cholangitis
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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.
Related Guidelines summaries
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BSG liver blood tests guideline
This summary covers the key points for GPs to consider when interpreting results from liver blood tests and how to respond to detected abnormalities.
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NICE non-alcoholic fatty liver disease guideline
A summary of NICE guidance on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Includes identification, lifestyle advice, and pharmacological treatment.
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NICE cirrhosis guideline
A useful and concise summary on the assessment and management of cirrhosis. Recommendations cover diagnosis, monitoring, and managing complications.
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NICE alcohol-use disorders guideline
A concise summary of the NICE guideline on diagnosis, assessment, and management of alcohol-use disorders in adults, young people, and children.
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CLDF liver disease in infants guideline
A summary of the Children's Liver Disease Foundation's guidance on the early identification, investigation and referral of liver diseases in infants.