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Does a liver have the ability to repair itself from a damage caused by a bile duct obstruction due to a gallstone? the doctor who did the ercp told the patient that with rest and good diet, his liver will recover in few months. is this possible?
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It may recover from inflammation but often longterm damage is permanent and not reversible
Answered 6/26/2021
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