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Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis

Definition:

Progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) is a heterogeneous group of rare, genetic autosomal recessive disorders characterized by unremitting cholestasis and progression to liver failure. The course of the disease involves portal hypertension, liver failure, cirrhosis, hepatocellular carcinoma along with several extra hepatic manifestations. The pathogenesis of PFIC revolves around defective bile acid synthesis, transport, and/or excretion.

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