Hepatitis and Liver Cirrhosis Prevention and Treatment 454 Questions (Series of Booklets on "One Illness, One Question Salon")

Author: Zhang Honglei
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Publish Date: 1998-09-01
Features: Hepatitis and cirrhosis are serious diseases that significantly affect people's health. They are common and prevalent conditions. This book, from the perspective of popularizing knowledge and emphasizing practicality, provides comprehensive answers to 454 common questions about hepatitis and cirrhosis in the form of Q&A. The content covers the definition, etiology, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and lifestyle care of the disease.
Common Knowledge on the Prevention and Treatment of Hepatitis and Cirrhosis
1. What is the anatomical location of the liver? The liver is located in the abdominal cavity, with most of it in the upper right part and a small portion in the upper left. It is the largest solid glandular organ in the human body, weighing approximately 1200~1600g on average, accounting for about 1/50 of an adult's body weight. Males are slightly heavier than females, and the liver is relatively larger in fetuses and newborns, making up about 1/20 of their body weight.