Today, in the series of Docplexus KOL Interviews we have Dr. Ajay Kumar who is a Senior Gastroenterologist and Recipient of B.C. Roy Award, from President of India. Dr. Ajay Kumar holds expertise and special interest in the area of endoscopy. Apart from practicing medicine, he also dedicates his time towards medical education. In this interview, Dr. Ajay Kumar talks about "Specific Aspects of Gastroenterology and Treatments" and answers the questions received from our eminent members.
What is the possible management of Wilson’s disease of the Liver? - Dr. Jamna Lal Kumawat Dr. Ajay Kumar says, Wilson’s disease is a disorder of copper metabolism where excess copper gets deposited in liver, basal ganglion and cornea. Primary treatment is to achieve copper chelation. Drugs being used for that are Penicillamine, Trientene, etc. These have to be given lifelong. Penicillamine is a…