Intrahepatic cholestasis in subclinical and overt hyperthyroidism: two case reports
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Intrahepatic cholestasis in subclinical and overt hyperthyroidism: two case reports
INTRODUCTION Non-specific abnormalities in liver function tests might accompany the clinical course of hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism can cause the elevation of hepatic enzymes and bilirubin. Jaundice is rare in overt hyperthyroidism, especially in subclinical hyperthyroidism. On the other hand, the use of anti-thyroid drugs has rarely been associated with toxic hepatitis and cholestatic jaun...
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عنوان ژورنال: Journal of Medical Case Reports
سال: 2008
ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI: 10.1186/1752-1947-2-116