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Why the CSF?

• Given the great prevalence of liver disease (see CCSF), it is important to define the molecular bases of the illnesses and hence to optimise  diagnosis and therapy.
• Knowledge of the structure of the liver and mechanisms associated with its disease allow the definition of more specific and sensitive diagnostic methods, leading to earlier diagnosis and/or prevention.
• Notable progress at the basic research level has been made into the ways of damage by external toxic agents and viruses, and information is being collected about the factors (genetic and environmental) which affect the natural history of the disease.
• The techniques of basic research must be applied to clinical research in order to optimise the results.