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A review of Silybum marianum (milk thistle) as a treatment for alcoholic liver disease

Ball, K.R. and Kowdley, K.V. · Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology · 2005

Meta-analysis / review

Abstract

This review focuses on Silybum marianum (milk thistle) and its derivatives as a treatment for alcoholic liver disease, summarising the clinical evidence for its hepatoprotective use.

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How to cite

Ball, K.R. and Kowdley, K.V (2005) 'A review of Silybum marianum (milk thistle) as a treatment for alcoholic liver disease', Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology, 39(6), pp. 520-528. doi:10.1097/01.mcg.0000165668.79530.a0

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