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Role of sphingolipids in the pathogenesis of intrahepatic cholestasis.
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Intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP) is the most common pregnancy-related liver disorder that affects from 0.2% to 15.6% pregnant women. The disease is connected with increased risk of fetal morbidity and mortality, but is unfortunately detected quite late. The diagnosis of ICP is based on only one manifestation: pruritus which mainly affects soles and palms.