Articles Tagged With: cirrhosis
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The Silent Epidemic: Hepatitis C Virus
Hepatitis C accounts for a significant burden of disease. There are many barriers to the eradication of hepatitis C virus (HCV), from infection identification to treatment, making it a very complex public health concern. Unfortunately, no vaccine for HCV exists yet, and development proves difficult because of the overwhelming genetic diversity. HCV can be treated by a patient’s primary care physician; this group is instrumental in screening for and treating hepatitis C.
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Diagnosing and Managing Complications of Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
Alcohol, or ethanol, is the most frequently misused drug across the world. It is estimated that, in the United States, 67.3% of the population consumes alcohol, and 7.4% of the population meets diagnostic criteria for substance use disorder. Alcohol use is the leading cause of liver disease and the second most common reason for liver transplantation in the United States. This article discusses the complications seen in alcohol-related liver disease.
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Complications of Alcohol-Related Liver Disease
Alcohol use is the leading cause of liver disease and the second most common reason for liver transplantation in the United States. This article will discuss the complications seen in alcohol-related liver disease.
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Care Coordination and Communication Needed Between Transplant Providers and Primary Care
Cirrhosis affects a small percentage of the U.S. population. But it is a highly complex disease that leads to high hospital readmission rates and a higher cost per patient than found in heart failure and COPD. Investigators found care coordination and efficient communication between providers can optimize care. Telehealth can help patients, particularly for return visits.
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Cirrhosis and Infections
Infections in patients with cirrhosis are frequent and potentially lethal, with pneumonia associated with the highest risk for mortality.
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Cirrhosis and Infections
Infections in patients with cirrhosis are frequent and potentially lethal, with pneumonia associated with the highest risk for mortality.
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Cirrhosis and Infections
Infections in patients with cirrhosis are frequent and potentially lethal, with pneumonia associated with the highest risk for mortality.
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Acute Kidney Injury in Patients With Cirrhosis
Acute kidney injury and hepatorenal syndrome are common conditions found in patients with cirrhosis, due to the systemic vasodilation and systemic inflammation frequently found in this population.
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Effects of Probiotics on Cognition and Fall Risk in Patients With Cirrhosis
Patients with cirrhosis and mild cognitive impairment and falls were randomized to a probiotic formulation vs. placebo. Probiotic treatment improved cognitive outcomes and reduced the risk of falls.
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Effects of Probiotics on Cognition and Falls Risk in Patients With Cirrhosis
Patients with cirrhosis and mild cognitive impairment and falls were randomized to a probiotic formulation vs. placebo. Probiotic treatment improved cognitive outcomes and reduced the risk of falls.