Nearly 50% of people starting UDCA miss out on recommended liver monitoring
Nearly half of people with PBC are not being monitored as closely as guidelines recommend while taking ursodeoxycholic acid.
Nearly half of people with PBC are not being monitored as closely as guidelines recommend while taking ursodeoxycholic acid.
The Nakanuma system revealed advanced liver damage in people with PBC who didn’t respond to UDCA, which was missed by traditional systems.
Researchers found strong genetic connections between primary biliary cholangitis and muscle loss, with liver inflammation a possible driver.
Fatigue affects about two-thirds of people with PBC and can seriously impact quality of life, according to a recent review.
Studies continue to show that pruritus in PBC is undertreated, with only an estimated one-fifth of all patients receiving treatment.
The study will use a digital health tool to better record patterns of scratching and sleep during the night in patients with PBC.
New medications and investigational agents offer more options for patients whose PBC does not respond to standard care.
A new study suggests a link between plasma cells and liver inflammation, raising the possibility of targeting these cells to treat PBC.
A genetic predisposition leading to different dietary choices may influence the likelihood of developing PBC.
A new study finds denosumab may safely strengthen bones in people with PBC, offering an alternative to bisphosphonates.