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The classic definition of [[Jaundice]] is a serum [[bilirubin]] level higher than 2.5 to 3 mg per dL (42.8 to 51.3 μper L) in conjunction with a clinical picture of yellow skin and sclera. [[Bilirubin]] metabolism takes place in three phases; "[[prehepatic]]", "[[intrahepatic]]", and "[[posthepatic]]". | The classic definition of [[Jaundice]] is a serum [[bilirubin]] level higher than 2.5 to 3 mg per dL (42.8 to 51.3 μper L) in conjunction with a clinical picture of yellow skin and sclera. [[Bilirubin]] metabolism takes place in three phases; "[[prehepatic]]", "[[intrahepatic]]", and "[[posthepatic]]". The causes of jaundice can be classified under these categories by measuring total bilirubin and its conjugated and unconjugated levels determine where is the dysfunction of bilirubin metabolism. | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:
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Overview
The classic definition of Jaundice is a serum bilirubin level higher than 2.5 to 3 mg per dL (42.8 to 51.3 μper L) in conjunction with a clinical picture of yellow skin and sclera. Bilirubin metabolism takes place in three phases; "prehepatic", "intrahepatic", and "posthepatic". The causes of jaundice can be classified under these categories by measuring total bilirubin and its conjugated and unconjugated levels determine where is the dysfunction of bilirubin metabolism.
Causes
Life Threatening Causes
Life-threatening causes include conditions that may result in death or permanent disability within 24 hours if left untreated.
Common Causes
of acute Jaundice[2]
- Gilbert syndrome
- Alcoholic hepatitis
- Viral hepatitis
- Obstructive Jaundice due to Choledocholithiasis or Malignancy
- Decompensated chronic liver disease
of chronic progressive Jaundice
Diagnosis
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Treatment
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Do's
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Don'ts
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