liver transplantation is necessary and results not only in the elimination of liver pathology and normalization of copper metabolism, but also in the regression of the neurological signs if already present.
Monday, November 29, 2010
Wilson's Disease
This is usually treated successfully with copper-chelating agents; in a few cases, howover (e.g., acure liver failure with or without hemolysis, acute relapse after discontinuation of therapy),
liver transplantation is necessary and results not only in the elimination of liver pathology and normalization of copper metabolism, but also in the regression of the neurological signs if already present.
liver transplantation is necessary and results not only in the elimination of liver pathology and normalization of copper metabolism, but also in the regression of the neurological signs if already present.
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