Affiliation:
1. Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
Abstract
Intrahepatic cholestasis (IC) is a liver disease caused by disorders in bile formation and excretion, owing to structural and functional abnormalities in hepatocytes and/or bile capillaries. IC is commonly caused by hepatitis virus, alcohol consumption, drug-induced liver damage, autoimmune liver disease and heredity. In the absence of effective treatment, IC can progress to liver fibrosis, cirrhosis and ultimately liver failure. However, the mechanisms underlying IC remain poorly understood. IC is believed to be closely associated with changes in the transcription, function and localization of hepatocellular transport proteins. To better understand the molecular mechanisms of transport proteins in IC, herein, we review the roles of these transport proteins and discuss their underlying regulatory mechanisms in IC. Our aim is to provide a reference for understanding IC pathogenesis and developing effective drug therapies.
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