Epstein-Barr Virus and PSC
Epstein-Barr Virus and PSC
PSC Research Explained
PSC and Epstein-Barr Virus
New research published in the leading journal Nature Medicine has established strong evidence of a link between Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection and PSC.
What was the aim of the research?
The researchers wanted to explore whether there could be a link between EBV infection and development of PSC. EBV has already been linked to several other diseases with an autoimmune component.
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David Laird, research volunteer, explains more about this study and what it means for PSC patients: find out more>>
Turning Ambition into Action in 2026:
Our Fortnight in Focus
At PSC Support, we want a world without PSC. We work tirelessly behind the scenes to drive research and improve lives. Here is a snapshot of what we've been up to:
Building Partnerships: We contributed a comprehensive chapter to a new medical textbook for nurses and allied health professionals, ensuring that the patient perspective is integrated into clinical education.
Building Partnerships: We participated in a planning meeting for the update of national clinical guidelines for PSC.
Building Partnerships: We prepared strategic questions for an upcoming international forum titled “Putting Patients First: From Research to Treatment.”
Organisational Excellence: We updated our web details to make it less likely information from us sent by email ends up in your spam folders.
Progressing Research: We are collaborating with European partners to develop a simplified research registry for pregnancy outcomes, building the evidence base needed to improve medical guidance for women with PSC.
Progressing Research: We completed a formal submission to the Scottish Medicines Consortium to advocate for the value of a potential new treatment for PSC patients.
Progressing Research: We reviewed the participant information for a new academic clinical trial to ensure it is clear and accessible for patients.