hepatic and biliary disorders
Hepatitis B, Chronic
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The following English-language resources may be useful. Please note that THE MANUAL is not responsible for the content of these resources. Alpha-foetoprotein and/or liver ultrasonography for screening of hepatocellular carcinoma in patients with chronic hepatitis B: This study evaluates the beneficial and harmful effects of using alpha-fetoprotein, ultrasonography, or both to screen for hepatocellular carcinoma in patients with chronic hepatitis B. Accessed July 6, 2022. American Association for the Study of Liver Disease Practice Guidelines (AASLD): A multidisciplinary panel of experts developed guidelines for diagnosing and managing various hepatic disorders using clinically relevant questions, which are answered by systematic reviews of the literature and followed by data-supported recommendations. The panel rates the quality (level) of the evidence and strength of each recommendation. Accessed July 6, 2022. 