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The morphology of cirrhosis. Recommendations on definition, nomenclature, and classification by a working group sponsored by the World Health Organization.
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  1. P P Anthony,
  2. K G Ishak,
  3. N C Nayak,
  4. H E Poulsen,
  5. P J Scheuer,
  6. L H Sobin

    Abstract

    This memorandum provides guidelines on the definition, nomenclature, and classification of cirrhosis, chronic hepatitis, and hepatic fibrosis. These are considered according to morphological characteristics and aetiology. It is hoped that this system will serve as a standard for diagnostic, research, and epidemiological purposes. The relationship of cirrhosis to liver cell carcinoma is briefly discussed and the possible morphological markers of an increased risk of malignancy are defined.

    http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/jcp.31.5.395

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