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Differential Diagnosis of Jaundice by Muvenn Kannan is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Jaundice, or yellowing of the skin and eyes, results from elevated levels of bilirubin in the blood. There are several potential causes of jaundice, which can be categorized as increased bilirubin production, decreased transport or conjugation of bilirubin in the liver, impaired excretion of bilirubin from the liver, or obstruction of bile flow. Obstructive jaundice, where bile flow is obstructed, is a surgical concern and common causes include gallstones, cancer, strictures, pancreatitis, and primary scler
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- Muvenn Kannan
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- EN