Andrea Lobo, PhD, Science Writer —

Andrea Lobo holds a PhD in cell biology/neurosciences from the University of Coimbra-Portugal, where she studied stroke biology. As a research scientist for 19 years, Andrea participated in academic projects in multiple research fields, including stroke, gene regulation, cancer, and rare diseases. She has authored multiple research papers in peer-reviewed journals.

Articles by Andrea Lobo

CHOLESTASIS

June 18, 2024 News by Andrea Lobo, PhD

Abuse suspected for skin bruising in case of PFIC2 liver disease

An 8-month-old girl with type 2 progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC2) who was seen at a hospital emergency department with extensive skin bruising was suspected…

CHOLESTASIS

June 11, 2024 News by Andrea Lobo, PhD

Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy risks mothers, newborns

Pregnant women with intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) have an increased risk of other pregnancy-related problems, including gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, or sudden high…

BILIARY ATRESIA

March 15, 2024 News by Andrea Lobo, PhD

Kasai procedure may delay liver transplant for biliary atresia: Study

The Kasai surgical procedure can significantly delay liver transplant and reduce liver disease severity before transplant in children with biliary atresia, according to…

Andrea Lobo, PhD, Science Writer —

Articles by Andrea Lobo

Abuse suspected for skin bruising in case of PFIC2 liver disease

Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy risks mothers, newborns

Kasai procedure may delay liver transplant for biliary atresia: Study

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