Original Article
Efficacy and Safety of Direct Oral Anticoagulants Compared to Warfarin in Patients with Cirrhosis and Splanchnic Vein Thrombosis
Objective: The incidence of splanchnic vein thrombosis (SVT) is reported to be
SMJ articles in the category "cirrhosis"
Review Article
Tale of the Frail: Understanding Frailty in Cirrhosis
Abstract: Frailty is a dynamic condition that results in increased vulnerability to health stressors. Often associated with older adults, frailty is not limited to the geriatric population, although aging and disease burden often go hand in hand. This syndrome is recognized increasingly as an important factor in healthcare costs, rate…
Posted in:
cirrhosis 9 frailty 8
Review Article
Role of Rifaximin in Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis Prevention
Cirrhosis affects millions of people around the world and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) is a common complication of liver disease with cirrhosis and accounts for up to 30% of infections in patients with cirrhosis. Patients with a history of SBP and those deemed…
Original Article
Predictor of 90-Day Readmission Rate for Hepatic Encephalopathy
Objectives: The purpose of our study was to identify clinical parameters associated with readmissions within 90 days in patients with hepatic encephalopathy (HE). Methods: We reviewed electronic medical records of patients admitted between January 1, 2010 and September 30, 2013 at University Medical Center, Lubbock, Texas. Inclusion criteria were admission…
Posted in:
cirrhosis 9 risk factors 23
Original Article
Risk Factors for 30-Day Readmissions of Individuals with Decompensated Cirrhosis
Objectives: Patients with cirrhosis have a high rate of 30-day hospital readmission that affects their quality of life and contributes to increased healthcare-related costs. The aim of our study was to identify frequency, predictors, and preventable causes of hospital readmissions among patients with decompensated cirrhosis. Methods: We retrospectively reviewed electronic…
Posted in:
cirrhosis 9 hospital readmission 4
Case Report
Hepatopulmonary Syndrome and Liver Sarcoidosis: A Tale of Two Diseases
Abstract:Hepatopulmonary syndrome (HSP) is characterized by the triad of advanced liver disease, arterial hypoxemia, and intrapulmonary vascular dilatation. Most cases of HSP are associated with cirrhotic portal hypertension; however, it has also been reported in acute liver failure patients. An estimated prevalence of HPS in patients with chronic liver disease…
Review Article
Outpatient Management of Cirrhosis: A Narrative Review
Abstract:Cirrhosis is the 12th leading cause of death in the United States. Individuals with cirrhosis are at risk for many potential complications. Complications can be managed or detected early with proper outpatient management. The most lethal of these complications is bleeding esophageal varices. All patients with cirrhosis should be screened…
Case Report
Calciphylaxis: A Rare Association with Alcoholic Cirrhosis. Are Deficiencies in Protein C and S the Cause?
Calciphylaxis is a rare condition of induced systemic hypersensitivity in which tissues respond to appropriate challenging agents with a sudden local calcification. It is characterized by acute calcium deposition in the medial layer of small and intermediate dermal vasculature that can lead to epidermal ischemia, ulceration, and necrosis. Calciphylaxis typically…
Posted in:
calciphylaxis 4 cirrhosis 9
Case Report
Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis with Pasteurella Multocida in Cirrhosis: Case Report and Review of Literature
Most Pasteurella multocida human infections involve skin and soft tissues and invariably develop after a bite or a scratch from a dog or a cat. However, other infections with this organism occur infrequently. Enteric microorganisms are the common cause of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP). We report a case of SBP…
Posted in:
cirrhosis 9
