Primary sclerosing cholangitis: Difference between revisions

Created page with "'''Primary sclerosing cholangitis''' (PSC) is a disorder characterised by progressive chronic inflammation of the intra- and extrahepatic ducts, eventually leading to obliteration of the ducts. Almost all patients also have IBD, especially ulcerative colitis. It can progress to cirrhosis and there is a high risk of development of cholangiocellular carcinoma. If there is concomitant ulcerative colitis, the risk for colorectal cancer is also elevated. == Clinical features..."