Liver Cirrhosis Postnecrotic

Postnecrotic liver cirrhosis: understanding, causes and treatment

Postnecrotic liver cirrhosis (s. hepatis postnecrotica) is a serious disease characterized by the destruction of liver cells and the subsequent formation of scar tissue. This condition is a continuation of the process following liver cell necrosis, which leads to long-term and irreversible liver damage.

Postnecrotic cirrhosis of the liver usually occurs due to progressive liver diseases, such as viral hepatitis, alcoholic hepatitis, autoimmune hepatitis or a disorder of copper metabolism (Wilson's disease). These diseases cause inflammation in the liver, which leads to necrosis of liver cells. Gradually formed scars replace healthy liver tissue, which leads to disruption of its structure and function.

Symptoms of postnecrotic liver cirrhosis may be subtle in the early stages of the disease. However, as cirrhosis progresses, the following symptoms and signs may occur:

1. Fatigue and weakness.
2. Loss of appetite and involuntary weight loss.
3. Pain and discomfort in the upper abdomen.
4. Swelling in the legs, nails or abdomen.
5. Jaundice, which is manifested by yellowing of the skin and eyes, dark urination and light-colored excrements.
6. Increased tendency to bleed and bruise.
7. Increased sensitivity to alcohol and medications.

To diagnose post-necrotizing liver cirrhosis, your doctor may use a variety of methods, including blood tests to measure liver function tests, ultrasound, CT scans, and liver biopsies.

Treatment of postnecrotic liver cirrhosis is aimed at slowing the progression of the disease, eliminating the causes of liver cell necrosis, as well as alleviating symptoms and maintaining liver function. Depending on the cause and stage of the disease, various treatments may be used, including lifestyle changes, medications, diet, liver transplantation, or other surgical procedures.

Prevention of post-necrotic cirrhosis of the liver includes maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including avoiding alcohol consumption, adhering to a balanced diet, taking medications as prescribed by your doctor, and taking precautions when coming into contact with infectious substances that can cause viral hepatitis.

Postnecrotic liver cirrhosis is a serious disease that requires medical intervention and constant monitoring. Early consultation with a doctor and adherence to treatment and prevention recommendations can help slow the progression of the disease and improve the prognosis.

It is important to note that this article is for informational purposes only and does not replace the advice of a learned physician. If you suspect post-necrotizing liver cirrhosis or any other disease, consult a qualified healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Cirrhosis of the liver. Post-necrotic.

**Cirrhosis** is a lesion of the liver tissue in which scars form in the organ. Because of them, the structure of the liver is disrupted: the liver tissue ceases to perform its functions. Sometimes the damage is so severe that the liver stops working completely. And this inevitably leads to death.

Most often, pathological changes in liver tissues occur due to their inflammation, which is practically asymptomatic and without any signs of progression in the early stages of the disease. This is why many people often find out about their disease by accident, when something in their body begins to noticeably deteriorate.

Postnecrotic cirrhosis of the liver occurs at the age of 30-60 years