Individuals with PSC and their first-degree relatives had higher odds of autoimmune disease compared to matched comparators. This finding provides validation for prior genetic discoveries at a phenotypic level. Autoimmune comorbidity did not impact severe outcomes.
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Liver disease patients with no symptoms diagnosed thanks to NHS first
About 700 patients have been identified as being at risk of developing serious liver problems.
"Two weeks later, Mr McHugh (70) had an appointment for an ultrasound and was eventually diagnosed with primary biliary cholangitis, which is an autoimmune disease of the liver."
Mass screening now available .... I wonder why?
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