Recent advances in understanding liver fibrosis: bridging basic science and individualized treatment concepts [version 1; referees: 2 approved]

Hepatic fibrosis is characterized by the formation and deposition of excess fibrous connective tissue, leading to progressive architectural tissue remodeling. Irrespective of the underlying noxious trigger, tissue damage induces an inflammatory response involving the local vascular system and the im...

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Main Authors: Ralf Weiskirchen, Sabine Weiskirchen, Frank Tacke
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2018-06-01
Series:F1000Research
Online Access:https://f1000research.com/articles/7-921/v1