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Hepatopulmonary syndrome
A combination of liver disease, decreased arterial oxygen concentration, and dilatation of the blood vessels of the lung. Clinically the patient may have signs and symptoms of liver disease, including gastrointestinal bleeding, esophageal varices, ascites, palmar erythema, and splenomegaly. Pulmonary signs include clubbing of the fingers, cyanosis, dyspnea, and decreased arterial oxygen concentration while in…
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Hepatopleural
Concerning the liver and pleura.
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Hepatopexy
Fixation of a movable liver to the abdominal wall.
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Hepatonecrosis
The destruction of liver cells by any cause (e.g., insufficient blood flow, toxins, viruses).
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Hepatomphalocele
The protrusion of a part of the liver, which is covered by a membrane, through the umbilicus.
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Hepatomelanosis
Pigmented deposits or melanosis in the liver.
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Hepatolithiasis
A condition characterized by stones in the intrahepatic ducts.
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Hepatolithectomy
The surgical removal of a stone from the hepatic duct.
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Hepatolienography
Radiography of the liver and spleen, usually after intravenous injection of a contrast medium.
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Hepatojugular
Concerning the liver and jugular vein.
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