Liver problem detection

Updated 21.47 Fri Mar 16 2007
Keywords: Britain, health, liver disease, ultrasound, alcohol, drinking

Ultrasound is being used to detect the damage done to drinker's livers.

A machine has replaced the need for an invasive biopsy and it has shown some surprising results for people who regard themselves as 'normal' drinkers.

Heavy drinking is not the only route to liver disease

Doctors warn heavy drinking is not the only route to liver disease.

Genetic influences and the environment can also lead problems.

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