Drug-induced liver disease

Abstract

Drug-induced liver injury (DILI), also known as hepatotoxicity, refers to liver injury caused by drugs or other chemical agents, and represents a special type of adverse drug reaction. It has been estimated that more than 600 drugs and chemicals have been associated with significant liver injury. Many previous reviews have focused on DILI pathogenesis or have outlined the clinical features of liver injury linked to different drugs. This article briefly touches on several areas that are potentially vexing for both the novice and cognoscenti, with the goal of guiding the consultant through one of the most challenging areas of hepatology.