Clinical Diagnosis · Digestive System · Medium

Cholestasis

Meaning: Reduced or blocked flow of bile from the liver, leading to jaundice and itching.

In practice: Her raised ALP and GGT suggested cholestasis rather than hepatocellular injury.

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