Abstract
Copper "supplements" taken in a dose of 30-60 mg/day during 3 years caused severe liver cirrhosis necessitating orthotopic liver transplantation.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Chronic Disease
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Copper / administration & dosage
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Copper / toxicity*
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Dietary Supplements / toxicity
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Humans
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Liver Cirrhosis / chemically induced*
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Liver Cirrhosis / surgery
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Liver Transplantation
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Male
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Self Medication / adverse effects*