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Preemptive TIPS has been shown to improve overall mortality in patients with variceal hemorrhage… the 1-year probability of remaining free of failure to control bleeding was 97% in the preemptive TIPS group vs 50% in standard-of-care group.

In patients with both cirrhosis and atrial fibrillation, apixaban initiation was associated with lower rates of major bleeding compared to rivaroxaban or warfarin, without compromising thromboembolic protection.

Incidence rates provide a truer measure of medication-induced liver injury, revealing misclassifications in traditional methods. This study highlights the need for closer monitoring of certain medications using real-world healthcare data.

Cardiac complications significantly influence the success of liver transplants. Effective preoperative cardiac risk stratification and careful intraoperative management are essential to optimize patient outcomes.

This analysis of a PBC patient’s complex lipid profile underscores the importance of diagnosing the specific types of xanthomas, as they are directly indicative of underlying dyslipidemias, which require tailored therapeutic approaches.

In the evolving landscape of liver disease management, timely diagnosis and tailored treatment strategies for ascites and spontaneous bacterial peritonitis stand as pivotal elements in enhancing patient survival and quality of life, underscoring the necessity of adherence to updated guidelines.