Rheumatology: Current Research
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Toru Shizuma

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• Review Article
  Liver Complications Associated with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
  Author(s): Toru Shizuma Toru Shizuma
  
  Although liver dysfunction is not considered the main organ pathology or prognostic factor in patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), it is not uncommon during the course of SLE. Liver complications in patients with SLE may be caused by lupus hepatitis (SLE-related hepatitis); autoimmune liver diseases, such as Autoimmune Hepatitis (AIH) and Primary Biliary Cirrhosis (PBC); viral hepatitis; and drug-induced liver injury. Here, liver complications in patients with SLE are reviewed. .. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2161-1149.1000146

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