Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP)

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    Brady Holmer
    Last Updated: October 13, 2024

    ICP is a liver condition that occurs during pregnancy. In ICP, the normal flow of bile is reduced, which causes bile to build up in the liver and bile acids to leak into the bloodstream. The main symptom of ICP is extreme itching in the palms of the hands and soles of the feet.

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    Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP) falls under the Pregnancy & Children category.

    2,085 participants in 1 trial and 1 meta-analysis

    Examine Database: Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP)

    Examine Database References

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    2. Cholestasis - Walker KF, Chappell LC, Hague WM, Middleton P, Thornton JGPharmacological interventions for treating intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy.Cochrane Database Syst Rev.(2020 Jul 27)