NEJM Journal Watch: Managing Ascites, Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, and Hepatorenal Syndrome

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Expert opinion on diagnosing and managing common complications of cirrhosis

Comment: “This practice guidance contains a wealth of information beyond the highlights outlined above. The full article is a worthwhile review for clinicians who manage patients with complications of cirrhosis.”

Biggins SW, et al. Diagnosis, Evaluation, and Management of Ascites, Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis and Hepatorenal Syndrome: 2021 Practice Guidance by the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases. Hepatology. 2021 Aug;74(2):1014-1048.

Ganatra, RB. (Sept 28, 2021). Managing Ascites, Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, and Hepatorenal Syndrome. NEJM Journal Watch.