Anti-microbials are a common cause of drug-induced liver injury and failure, study suggests

New research shows that anti-microbial medications are a common cause of drug-induced liver injury leading to acute liver failure (ALF), with women and minorities disproportionately affected. While ALF evolves slowly, once it does occur a spontaneous recovery is unlikely; however, liver transplantation offers an excellent survival rate.

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