#380 Hemochromatosis with Elliot Tapper

Feb 06, 2023, 08:00 AM

Recognize when to consider the diagnosis of hemochromatosis  and how to recognize common mimics of an elevated ferritin level. We’re joined by Dr. Elliot Tapper,@ebtapper on twitter (University of Michigan)

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Show Segments

  • Intro, disclaimer, guest bio
  • Guest one-liner
  • Case from Kashlak; Definitions
  • Initial evaluation of Hemochromatosis 
  • Etiology of elevated ferritin in liver disease
  • Potential mimics of hemochromatosis 
  • Diagnosis of hemochromatosis
  • Evaluation of hepatic fibrosis in hemochromatosis
  • Manifestations & complications of hemochromatosis 
  • Outro

Credits

  • Producer & Writer:: Elena Gibson MD   
  • Infographic & Cover Art:Edison Jyang
  • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   
  • Reviewer:
  • Showrunner: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
  • Technical Production: PodPaste
  • Guest: Elliot Tapper

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