In real-world use, Kayfanda (odevixibat) — available under the brand name Bylvay in the U.S. — lowered blood…
Marisa Wexler, MS
Marisa holds a Master of Science in cellular and molecular pathology from the University of Pittsburgh, where she studied novel genetic drivers of ovarian cancer. Her areas of expertise include cancer biology, immunology, and genetics, and she has worked as a science writing and communications intern for the Genetics Society of America.
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Articles by Marisa Wexler, MS
FATTY LIVER DISEASE
NewsGut bacteria is involved in systems that help regulate fat in liver: Study
Biochemical crosstalk between the body’s own cells and microbes living in the intestines helps regulate the accumulation of fat in…
FATTY LIVER DISEASE
NewsLoss of FBP1 protein behind MASH progression to liver cancer: Study
A molecular system controlled by a protein called FBP1 is responsible for how liver cells damaged by MASH — fully,…
ALAGILLE SYNDROME
NewsScreening for skull deformities necessary in some Alagille patients
Alagille syndrome may cause problems with skull development that can put abnormal pressure on the brain, and screening babies…
Tobevibart and elebsiran, an experimental treatment combination that Vir Biotechnology is developing for chronic hepatitis D, has been…
CHOLANGITIS
NewsCommittee recommends seladelpar approval in EU for treating PBC
A branch of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has recommended that Gilead Sciences’ oral therapy seladelpar be approved in…
CHOLESTASIS
NewsCholestasis common in COVID 19-linked ARDS, study shows
Cholestasis is a common complication among critically ill people with COVID 19-associated acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a life-threatening…
ALAGILLE SYNDROME
NewsVascular health checks, kidney tests urged for Alagille patients: Review
Kidney and blood vessel problems are common in people with Alagille syndrome, and while these often cause few to…
CHOLANGITIS
NewsPBC treatment Livdelzi shows benefits for 2.5 years in Phase 3 trial
After 2.5 years of Livdelzi (seladelpar) treatment, more than 4 in 5 adults with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC)…
CHOLESTASIS
NewsBylvay eases itch over long term in PFIC, Alagille syndrome patients
Nearly 1.5 years of treatment with Bylvay (odevixibat) effectively reduces itching and liver damage markers, and improves growth and…