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Focal Sclerosing Adenosis
Sclerosing cholangitis refers to swelling (inflammation), scarring, and destruction of the
Alternative Names
Primary sclerosing cholangitis; PSC
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
In this condition, the bile ducts inside and outside the liver become narrowed and scarred.
The cause is often unknown.
The disease is often seen in patients who have:
- Inflammatory bowel disease (
Crohn's disease andulcerative colitis ) Sarcoidosis Chronic pancreatitis - Many...
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