📋Overview
This condition involves the progressive development of scar tissue, or fibrosis, that replaces healthy liver cells in response to long-term injury. This process disrupts the liver's internal structure and may interfere with the organ's ability to perform essential functions, such as filtering toxins and producing proteins.
The condition is often described as the advanced stage of various chronic liver diseases. Extensive scarring can restrict blood flow through the organ, which may lead to significant physiological changes as the healthy liver architecture is lost.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0023890Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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