Table 2

Commonest causes of marked jaundice, as perceived by gastroenterologists and general practitioners (GPs)

Diagnosis Cited by consultants Cited by GPs
Malignant obstruction2.01.7
Gall stones1.61.8
Viral hepatitis0.51.6
Alcoholic cirrhosis1.20.4
Drug toxicity0.30.1
Metastases0.10.3
Other0.20.2