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Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) – Myth or Reality?

Paul
ICP Support
Introduction Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP), also known as obstetric cholestasis (OC), is the most common liver condition specific to pregnancy. Although the etiology is still being researched, it is known that hormones, genetics and the environment all play a part in why a woman develops ICP. Studies have shown......