Hepatic Collection

Liver cirrhosis. Artwork taken from Sir Robert Carswells textbook Pathological Anatomy, published 1838. Cirrhosis is a disease in which the liver tissue is replaced with scar tissue

Liver tissue cirrhosis, light micrograph
Liver cirrhosis. Light micrograph of a section through liver tissue showing cirrhosis. This is a condition where the liver responds to the injury or death of some of its cells by producing

Golgi apparatus, SEM
Golgi apparatus, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Section through a liver cell showing its Golgi apparatus (grey), a membrane-bound organelle that modifies and packages proteins

Endive Pellia liverwort (Pellia endiviifolia) in centre growing through Common Liverwort (Marchantia polymorpha), the latter bearing cups containing gemmae (used in asexual reproduction)

The hand, showing the different forms of finger and the mounts and lines of palmistry (litho)
6013669 The hand, showing the different forms of finger and the mounts and lines of palmistry (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hand)

Liver mass, ultrasound scan C017 / 7780
Liver mass. Ultrasound scan of the liver of a 69 year old male patient showing an irregular mass (centre)

Hepatocyte liver cell, TEM
Hepatocyte liver cell. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through an hepatocyte liver cell, showing rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum (ER, dark lines)

Liver tissue, TEM
Liver tissue. Transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through the liver, showing part of a radial cord of hepatocyte liver cells (dark) and the vascular sinusoids (white)

Polycystic liver disease, ultrasound scan C017 / 8021
Polycystic liver disease. Ultrasound scan of the liver of an 84 year old male patient with polycystic disease of the liver. This disease may be inherited, or due to an infection

Liver and stomach nerves, 1825 artwork
Liver and stomach nerves. Extensive network of nerves (white) supplying the liver (upper left) and stomach (lower right). These nerves networks (plexuses)

Cirrhosis of the liver, light micrograph
Cirrhosis of the liver. Light micrograph of a section through liver tissue affected by cirrhosis, showing a cluster of hepatocyte cells (orange)

Metastatic cancer, artwork
Metastatic cancer. Computer artwork of a section through a persons upper body and head, showing a primary cancer in the right liver (lower left) that has spread (metastasised)

Portal vein surgery, X-ray C016 / 6546
Vein surgery. Coloured angiogram (X-ray) of surgery to lower the blood pressure in the portal vein of a 60 year old patient

Portal vein surgery, X-ray C016 / 6543
Vein surgery. Angiogram (X-ray) of surgery to lower the blood pressure in the portal vein of a 60 year old patient. A catheter (white line running down from top centre)

Liver anatomy, artwork C016 / 7001
Liver anatomy. Artwork of a frontal view of the liver, dissected to show some of its internal anatomy. The liver, subdivided into lobes, is the largest gland in the human body

Portal vein surgery, X-ray C016 / 6545
Vein surgery. Coloured angiogram (X-ray) of surgery to lower the blood pressure in the portal vein of a 60 year old patient

Portal vein surgery, X-ray C016 / 6544
Vein surgery. Coloured angiogram (X-ray) of surgery to lower the blood pressure in the portal vein of a 60 year old patient

Liver cancer cells, SEM
Liver cancer cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of two hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cells, showing the numerous filopodia (hair-like) covering their surface

Sleeping sickness parasites, SEM
Sleeping sickness parasites. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Trypanosoma brucei parasites (blue) and white blood cells (pink) in a mouse liver. T

Sleeping sickness parasite, SEM
Sleeping sickness parasite. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a Trypanosoma brucei parasite (blue) and a white blood cell (green) in a mouse liver. T

Liver, SEM C015 / 9924
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue. The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

Liver, SEM C015 / 9922
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue showing a large vein (pink, up centre). The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

Cirrhosis of liver, light micrograph C016 / 0530
Cirrhosis of liver. Light micrograph of a section through liver tissue, damaged by cirrhosis. Cirrhosis occurs as a result of a range of factors causing damage to liver function

Liver, SEM C015 / 9923
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue. The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

Liver, SEM C015 / 9925
Liver vein. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of liver tissue. The functions of the liver include destroying old red blood cells

Cirrhosis of liver, light micrograph C016 / 0529
Cirrhosis of liver. Light micrograph of a section through liver tissue, damaged by cirrhosis. Cirrhosis occurs as a result of a range of factors causing damage to liver function

Liver cancer, CT scan C018 / 0461
Liver cancer. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen of a 50 year old alcoholic patient with liver cancer. The liver (orange) is enlarged due to the presence of the tumour

Liver cancer, CT scan C018 / 0462
Liver cancer. Computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen of a 50 year old alcoholic patient with liver cancer. The liver (left to upper centre) is enlarged due to the presence of the tumour

Liver cancer, CT scan C018 / 0460
Liver cancer. Coloured computed tomography (CT) scan of the abdomen of a 50 year old alcoholic patient with liver cancer. The liver (orange) is enlarged due to the presence of the tumour

Friedrich von Frerichs, German optician C018 / 7108
Friedrich von Frerichs (1819-1885). 1889 engraving of the German ophthalmologist and pathologist Friedrich Theodor von Frerichs

Liver, gallbladder and pancreas, artwork
Liver, gallbladder and pancreas, computer artwork. The largest organ seen here is the liver. Below the liver are the pancreas (pink, left to right) and the gallbladder (brown, left)

Liver and stomach arteries, 1825 artwork
Liver and stomach arteries. Dissection of the abdomen, showing the arteries (red) of the liver (brown, upper left), stomach (pink, upper centre), and the intestines (grey with yellow fat)

Veins of the stomach, 1825 artwork
Veins of the stomach. Abdominal dissection showing the veins (blue) of the stomach (centre) and the greater omentum (lower centre, yellow)

Digestive organ arteries, 1825 artwork
Digestive organ arteries. Arteries (red) of various organs of the digestive system. At bottom are arteries of the posterior side of the stomach

Liver cancer cell, SEM
Liver cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cell, showing the numerous filopodia (hair-like) covering its surface

Internal body organs, 1825 artwork
Internal body organs. Dissection showing the internal organs of the chest and abdomen. The overlying tissues have been removed to show (from top) the lungs

Dividing liver cancer cell, SEM
Dividing liver cancer cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) cell undergoing mitosis (nuclear division)

Liver portal triad, light micrograph C016 / 8490
Liver portal triad. Fluorescence deconvolution micrograph of a section through a portal triad in liver tissue, showing hepatocyte cells (red)

Liver portal triad, light micrograph C016 / 8489
Liver portal triad. Fluorescence deconvolution micrograph of a section through a portal triad in liver tissue, showing hepatocyte cells (red)

Liver portal triad, light micrograph C016 / 8488
Liver portal triad. Fluorescence deconvolution micrograph of a section through a portal triad in liver tissue, showing hepatocyte cells (red)

Gallbladder disease, ultrasound scan
Gallbladder disease. Ultrasound scan of the gallbladder of an 84 year old male showing a thickened wall with oedema (build up of fluid, dark)

Gallstones, artwork C016 / 2870
Gallstones. Artwork of the gallbladder (yellow), ducts, and surrounding organs in a case of gallstones. The gallbladder stores bile

Gallstones, artwork C016 / 2867
Gallstones. Artwork of a close-up of the gallbladder (yellow) and surrounding organs (liver, top; stomach, right; and intestines, bottom) in a case of gallstones

Gallstones, artwork C016 / 2864
Gallstones. Artwork showing the gallbladder (yellow) and surrounding organs in a person with gallstones. The gallbladder stores bile

Gallstones, artwork C016 / 2869
Gallstones. Artwork of the gallbladder (yellow), ducts, and surrounding organs in a case of gallstones. The gallbladder stores bile

Gallstones, artwork C016 / 2868
Gallstones. Artwork of a close-up of the gallbladder (yellow), ducts, and surrounding organs (liver, top; stomach, right; and intestines, bottom) in a case of gallstones

Gallstones, artwork C016 / 2865
Gallstones. Artwork of a close-up of the gallbladder (yellow) and surrounding organs (liver, top; stomach, right; and intestines, bottom) in a case of gallstones

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The hepatic system, a vital component of our body's functioning, is often associated with liver cirrhosis. This condition, characterized by the scarring of liver tissue, can be observed under a light microscope as a mesmerizing pattern resembling an abstract painting. Meanwhile, the Golgi apparatus within hepatocytes plays a crucial role in protein synthesis and secretion - its intricate structure captured beautifully through scanning electron microscopy. Intriguing X-ray images reveal the network of abdominal arteries that supply blood to this remarkable organ. The abdomen itself houses various organs working harmoniously to maintain our well-being. Among them stands the Endive Pellia liverwort, gracefully growing amidst Common Liverwort - showcasing nature's resilience and adaptability. On another note, an artistic lithograph showcases the hand's diverse forms of fingers and palmistry lines - reminding us of how unique each individual is. Ultrasound scans provide valuable insights into different conditions affecting the liver: from detecting liver masses to diagnosing polycystic liver disease. Lastly, an 1825 artwork depicts the intricate connection between nerves in both the liver and stomach - emphasizing their interdependence for proper digestion and overall health. Through these captivating glimpses into hepatic aspects ranging from microscopic structures to macroscopic functions, we gain appreciation for this extraordinary organ's complexity and importance in sustaining life.