Evaluation of the Patient With a Liver Disorder By Danielle Tholey, MD, Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University Reviewed / Revised Jan 2023 View Patient Education Topic Resources Cirrhosis (Palmar Erythema) Risk Factors for Liver Disorders Interpretation of Some Physical... History and physical examination often suggest a cause of potential liver disorders and narrow the scope of testing for hepatic and biliary disorders.