Transplant with MZ genotype liver: what is the clinical pulmonary picture after 30 years? a case report and review of the literature

Abstract Background Alpha-1 antitrypsin, also known as alpha1 proteinase inhibitor, is a protein 90% synthesized by hepatocytes. Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency should be suspected if patients have unexplained emphysema or liver disease in the absence of others recognized causes. The diagnosis is bas...

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Main Authors: Anna Annunziata, Alessandra Di Perna, Ilaria Ferrarotti, Antonietta Coppola, Maria Burricco, Giuseppe Fiorentino
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-11-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-023-04183-7