{"id":31962,"date":"2026-03-16T13:12:58","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T12:12:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.nefrocenter.it\/liver-cirrhosis-early-symptoms-stages-and-life-expectancy\/"},"modified":"2026-03-16T13:12:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T12:12:58","slug":"liver-cirrhosis-early-symptoms-stages-and-life-expectancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.nefrocenter.it\/en\/liver-cirrhosis-early-symptoms-stages-and-life-expectancy\/","title":{"rendered":"Liver cirrhosis: early symptoms, stages and life expectancy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"620\"><strong data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"460\">Liver cirrhosis<\/strong> is the final stage of many liver diseases. It is a complex condition that often arrives after years of silent damage, without obvious symptoms.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"722\">For many people, a diagnosis of cirrhosis comes as a shock. The questions are always the same:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"724\" data-end=\"797\"><em data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"739\">&#8220;Is it serious?&#8221;<\/em><br data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"742\" \/><em data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"764\">&#8220;Can it be cured?&#8221;<\/em><br data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"767\" \/><em data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"795\">&#8220;How long can I live?&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"927\">The truth is that today, thanks to modern medicine, cirrhosis <strong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"926\">can be managed, slowed down and, in some cases, stabilized<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"1000\">Early diagnosis and specialist care make the difference.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1034\">What is liver cirrhosis<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1212\"><strong data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1074\">Cirrhosis<\/strong> is a chronic liver disease characterized by the progressive replacement of healthy tissue with <strong data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1211\">scar tissue (fibrosis)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1212\">This process alters the structure of the liver and impairs its functions.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1340\">Pathophysiology: what happens in the liver<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1431\">When the liver is chronically damaged, a repair process is activated:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1538\">\n<li data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1475\">\n<p data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1475\">liver cells are replaced<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1504\">\n<p data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1504\">fibrous tissue forms<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1538\">\n<p data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1538\">regenerative nodules develop<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1597\">The result is a &#8220;hardened&#8221; liver that works less well.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1639\">Liver cirrhosis: can it be cured?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1701\">One of the most searched questions is: <strong data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1701\">can cirrhosis be cured?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1730\">The answer is complex.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1903\">\n<li data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1791\">\n<p data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1791\">Advanced cirrhosis <strong data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1789\">is not completely reversible<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1903\">\n<p data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1903\">But in the early stages, if the cause is eliminated, it is possible to <strong data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1903\">stabilize and improve liver function<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1903\">\n<p data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1903\">In some cases, fibrosis can decrease over time.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"2042\">In advanced forms, a <strong data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2010\">liver transplant<\/strong> is the definitive treatment.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2090\">Main causes of liver cirrhosis<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2112\">Alcoholic cirrhosis<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2170\">Chronic alcohol abuse is one of the most frequent causes.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2200\">Viral hepatitis (B, C, D)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2256\">Chronic infections that damage the liver over time.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2258\" data-end=\"2295\">NASH (nonalcoholic steatohepatitis)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2345\">An evolution of fatty liver, increasingly widespread.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2369\">Autoimmune hepatitis<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2411\">The immune system attacks the liver.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2435\">Genetic diseases<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2475\">\n<li data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2458\">\n<p data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2458\">Wilson&#8217;s disease<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2459\" data-end=\"2475\">\n<p data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2475\">Hemochromatosis<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2506\">Primary biliary cholangitis (primary biliary cirrhosis)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2534\">A disease of the bile ducts.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2560\">Hepatotoxic drugs<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2561\" data-end=\"2609\">Prolonged use of drugs that are harmful to the liver.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2642\">The stages of cirrhosis<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2708\">Cirrhosis is not the same for everyone. There are two main phases.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2749\">Compensated cirrhosis (stage 1-2)<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2803\">In this phase, the liver is still able to function.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2805\" data-end=\"2824\">Characteristics<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2912\">\n<li data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2852\">\n<p data-start=\"2828\" data-end=\"2852\">few or no symptoms<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2880\">\n<p data-start=\"2855\" data-end=\"2880\">diagnosis often by chance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"2912\">\n<p data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2912\">liver function preserved<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2914\" data-end=\"2962\">Many patients live for years without symptoms.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"3004\">Decompensated cirrhosis (stage 3-4)<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3006\" data-end=\"3058\">The liver can no longer perform its functions.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3079\">Characteristics<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3172\">\n<li data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3108\">\n<p data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3108\">onset of complications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3109\" data-end=\"3133\">\n<p data-start=\"3111\" data-end=\"3133\">rapid worsening<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3172\">\n<p data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3172\">possible indication for transplant<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3174\" data-end=\"3215\">This is the most delicate phase of the disease.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3222\" data-end=\"3254\">Symptoms of liver cirrhosis<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"3256\" data-end=\"3273\">Early stage<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3275\" data-end=\"3310\">Often absent or with mild symptoms:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3369\">\n<li data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3326\">\n<p data-start=\"3314\" data-end=\"3326\">fatigue<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3350\">\n<p data-start=\"3329\" data-end=\"3350\">loss of appetite<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3369\">\n<p data-start=\"3353\" data-end=\"3369\">mild swelling<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3376\" data-end=\"3395\">Intermediate stage<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3397\" data-end=\"3466\">\n<li data-start=\"3397\" data-end=\"3422\">\n<p data-start=\"3399\" data-end=\"3422\">jaundice (yellow skin)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3423\" data-end=\"3442\">\n<p data-start=\"3425\" data-end=\"3442\">weight loss<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3466\">\n<p data-start=\"3445\" data-end=\"3466\">abdominal swelling<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3473\" data-end=\"3490\">Advanced stage<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3565\">\n<li data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3524\">\n<p data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3524\">ascites (fluid in the abdomen)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3525\" data-end=\"3547\">\n<p data-start=\"3527\" data-end=\"3547\">mental confusion<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3565\">\n<p data-start=\"3550\" data-end=\"3565\">bleeding<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3611\">The symptoms indicate damage that is already advanced.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3618\" data-end=\"3646\">Complications of cirrhosis<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3648\" data-end=\"3693\">Cirrhosis can lead to several complications.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3700\" data-end=\"3710\">Ascites<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3743\">Buildup of fluid in the abdomen.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3745\" data-end=\"3770\">Hepatic encephalopathy<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3771\" data-end=\"3813\">Neurological changes caused by toxins.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3815\" data-end=\"3834\">Esophageal varices<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3883\">Enlarged veins with a risk of bleeding.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3885\" data-end=\"3909\">Hepatorenal syndrome<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3910\" data-end=\"3947\">Impaired kidney function.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3949\" data-end=\"3962\">Infections<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3963\" data-end=\"4002\">Such as spontaneous bacterial peritonitis.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4004\" data-end=\"4028\">Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4029\" data-end=\"4047\">Liver cancer.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4029\" data-end=\"4047\">Preventing complications is essential.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4107\" data-end=\"4140\">Diagnosis of liver cirrhosis<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"4142\" data-end=\"4160\">Medical history<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4161\" data-end=\"4195\">Assessment of risk factors.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4197\" data-end=\"4217\"><a href=\"\/en\/liver-health-symptoms-diseases-and-tests\/\">Blood tests<\/a><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4270\">\n<li data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4234\">\n<p data-start=\"4220\" data-end=\"4234\">transaminases<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4235\" data-end=\"4249\">\n<p data-start=\"4237\" data-end=\"4249\">bilirubin<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4250\" data-end=\"4262\">\n<p data-start=\"4252\" data-end=\"4262\">albumin<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4263\" data-end=\"4270\">\n<p data-start=\"4265\" data-end=\"4270\">INR<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"4272\" data-end=\"4293\">Prognostic scores<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4295\" data-end=\"4326\">\n<li data-start=\"4295\" data-end=\"4313\">\n<p data-start=\"4297\" data-end=\"4313\"><strong data-start=\"4297\" data-end=\"4311\">Child-Pugh<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4314\" data-end=\"4326\">\n<p data-start=\"4316\" data-end=\"4326\"><strong data-start=\"4316\" data-end=\"4324\">MELD<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4328\" data-end=\"4361\">They are used to assess severity.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4368\" data-end=\"4389\">Imaging and instrumental tests<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4391\" data-end=\"4450\">\n<li data-start=\"4391\" data-end=\"4404\">\n<p data-start=\"4393\" data-end=\"4404\">ultrasound<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4405\" data-end=\"4412\">\n<p data-start=\"4407\" data-end=\"4412\">CT scan<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4413\" data-end=\"4436\">\n<p data-start=\"4415\" data-end=\"4436\">magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4437\" data-end=\"4450\">\n<p data-start=\"4439\" data-end=\"4450\"><a href=\"http:\/\/fibroscan\">FibroScan<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"4457\" data-end=\"4481\">Digestive endoscopy<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4483\" data-end=\"4515\">To detect esophageal varices.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4522\" data-end=\"4550\">Treatments for cirrhosis<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4552\" data-end=\"4607\">There is no single cure, but rather a set of interventions.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4614\" data-end=\"4634\">Treating the cause<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4636\" data-end=\"4653\">This is the first step:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4655\" data-end=\"4716\">\n<li data-start=\"4655\" data-end=\"4676\">\n<p data-start=\"4657\" data-end=\"4676\">stopping alcohol<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4677\" data-end=\"4691\">\n<p data-start=\"4679\" data-end=\"4691\">antivirals<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4692\" data-end=\"4716\">\n<p data-start=\"4694\" data-end=\"4716\">metabolic control<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"4723\" data-end=\"4752\">Managing complications<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"4754\" data-end=\"4779\">Sodium restriction<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4780\" data-end=\"4801\">To reduce ascites.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4803\" data-end=\"4816\">Diuretics<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4817\" data-end=\"4842\">Elimination of fluids.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4844\" data-end=\"4858\">Lactulose<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4859\" data-end=\"4877\">For encephalopathy.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4879\" data-end=\"4897\">Beta-blockers<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4898\" data-end=\"4926\">To prevent bleeding.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4933\" data-end=\"4955\">Liver transplant<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"4957\" data-end=\"4980\">When it is necessary<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5051\">\n<li data-start=\"4982\" data-end=\"5002\">\n<p data-start=\"4984\" data-end=\"5002\">advanced cirrhosis<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5003\" data-end=\"5024\">\n<p data-start=\"5005\" data-end=\"5024\">serious complications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5025\" data-end=\"5051\">\n<p data-start=\"5027\" data-end=\"5051\">high MELD score<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"5053\" data-end=\"5066\">Results<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5068\" data-end=\"5124\">Today, transplantation has a high success rate.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5131\" data-end=\"5173\">Life expectancy with liver cirrhosis<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5175\" data-end=\"5245\">One of the most important questions is: <strong data-start=\"5211\" data-end=\"5245\">how long can you live with cirrhosis?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5247\" data-end=\"5268\">It depends on the stage.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5275\" data-end=\"5297\">Compensated cirrhosis<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5299\" data-end=\"5340\">Average life expectancy: <strong data-start=\"5321\" data-end=\"5340\">9-12 years or more<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5342\" data-end=\"5394\">If well managed, quality of life can be good.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5401\" data-end=\"5424\">Decompensated cirrhosis<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5426\" data-end=\"5464\">Average life expectancy: <strong data-start=\"5448\" data-end=\"5464\">about 2 years<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5466\" data-end=\"5493\">Without adequate treatment.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5500\" data-end=\"5524\">Survival table<\/h2>\n<div class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\">\n<div class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"5526\" data-end=\"5628\">\n<thead data-start=\"5526\" data-end=\"5552\">\n<tr data-start=\"5526\" data-end=\"5552\">\n<th class=\"\" data-start=\"5526\" data-end=\"5535\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Stage<\/th>\n<th class=\"\" data-start=\"5535\" data-end=\"5552\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Survival<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"5577\" data-end=\"5628\">\n<tr data-start=\"5577\" data-end=\"5603\">\n<td data-start=\"5577\" data-end=\"5590\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Compensated<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5590\" data-end=\"5603\">9-12 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"5604\" data-end=\"5628\">\n<td data-start=\"5604\" data-end=\"5618\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Decompensated<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"5618\" data-end=\"5628\">2 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"5630\" data-end=\"5672\">The data vary depending on many factors.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5679\" data-end=\"5717\">Factors that influence prognosis<\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"5719\" data-end=\"5818\">\n<li data-start=\"5719\" data-end=\"5726\">\n<p data-start=\"5721\" data-end=\"5726\">age<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5727\" data-end=\"5750\">\n<p data-start=\"5729\" data-end=\"5750\">cause of the cirrhosis<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5751\" data-end=\"5778\">\n<p data-start=\"5753\" data-end=\"5778\">presence of complications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5779\" data-end=\"5800\">\n<p data-start=\"5781\" data-end=\"5800\">access to care<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5801\" data-end=\"5818\">\n<p data-start=\"5803\" data-end=\"5818\">lifestyle<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5820\" data-end=\"5880\">Intervening early changes the course of the disease.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5887\" data-end=\"5919\">Preventing complications<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5921\" data-end=\"5979\">Managing cirrhosis is not only about treatment, but also about prevention.<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5981\" data-end=\"6092\">\n<li data-start=\"5981\" data-end=\"6004\">\n<p data-start=\"5983\" data-end=\"6004\">regular checkups<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6005\" data-end=\"6026\">\n<p data-start=\"6007\" data-end=\"6026\">a balanced diet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6027\" data-end=\"6044\">\n<p data-start=\"6029\" data-end=\"6044\">avoiding alcohol<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6045\" data-end=\"6061\">\n<p data-start=\"6047\" data-end=\"6061\">vaccinations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6062\" data-end=\"6092\">\n<p data-start=\"6064\" data-end=\"6092\">specialist monitoring<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"6099\" data-end=\"6129\">Quality of life with cirrhosis<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6131\" data-end=\"6165\">Living with cirrhosis is possible.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6167\" data-end=\"6243\">Many patients, especially in the early stages, lead a normal life.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6245\" data-end=\"6261\">The secret is to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6263\" data-end=\"6363\">\n<li data-start=\"6263\" data-end=\"6297\">\n<p data-start=\"6265\" data-end=\"6297\">follow medical advice<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6298\" data-end=\"6327\">\n<p data-start=\"6300\" data-end=\"6327\">get regular checkups<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6328\" data-end=\"6363\">\n<p data-start=\"6330\" data-end=\"6363\">adopt a healthy lifestyle<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"6370\" data-end=\"6424\">It is never too late to intervene<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6426\" data-end=\"6503\"><strong data-start=\"6429\" data-end=\"6448\">Liver cirrhosis<\/strong> is a serious disease, but it is not an immediate death sentence.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6505\" data-end=\"6570\">Today there are therapies, checkups and care pathways that make it possible to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6572\" data-end=\"6661\">\n<li data-start=\"6572\" data-end=\"6598\">\n<p data-start=\"6574\" data-end=\"6598\">slow down the disease<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6599\" data-end=\"6624\">\n<p data-start=\"6601\" data-end=\"6624\">prevent complications<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6625\" data-end=\"6661\">\n<p data-start=\"6627\" data-end=\"6661\">improve quality of life<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6663\" data-end=\"6738\">And in the most advanced cases, a transplant can offer a new 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