Liver Injury Induced by Anticancer Chemotherapy and Radiation Therapy

Cytotoxic chemotherapy prolongs survival of patients with advanced and metastatic tumors. This is, however, a double-edged sword with many adverse effects. Since the liver has a rich blood supply and plays an active role in the metabolism of medications, it is not surprising that there can be hepati...

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Main Authors: Y. Maor, S. Malnick
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:International Journal of Hepatology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/815105