Peliosis hepatis and oral contraceptives. A case report.

Abstract

Peliosis hepatis associated with prolonged usage of oral contraceptives occurred in a patient. This paper presents the clinical picture and pathologic findings. Liver palpation in patients using birth control pills is very important. Peliosis hepatis may be reversible when oral contraceptives are discontinued.

• Authors: L A Schonberg
• Journal: The Journal of reproductive medicine (J Reprod Med) Vol. 27 Issue 12 Pg. 753-6 (Dec 1982) ISSN: 0024-7758 [Print] United States
• PMID: 7161757 (Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)

Chemical References

• Contraceptives, Oral

Topics

• Adult
• Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury
• Contraceptives, Oral (adverse effects)
• Female
• Humans
• Liver (pathology)
• Peliosis Hepatis (chemically induced, pathology)