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