abstract |
The invention relates to compounds of general formula (I):wherein: , R<sup>1</sup>, R<sup>2</sup>, R<sup>3</sup>, R<sup>4</sup>, R<sup>5</sup>, R<sup>6</sup> and Y are as defined herein.The compounds are intermediates in the synthesis of synthetic bile acids which are useful in the treatment of conditions such as liver disease. |