Portal Hypertension in Malnutrition and Sarcopenia in Decompensated Cirrhosis—Pathogenesis, Implications and Therapeutic Opportunities

Malnutrition and sarcopenia are highly prevalent in patients with decompensated cirrhosis and are associated with poorer clinical outcomes. Their pathophysiology is complex and multifactorial, with protein-calorie malnutrition, systemic inflammation, reduced glycogen stores and hormonal imbalances a...

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Main Authors: Ryma Terbah, Adam Testro, Paul Gow, Avik Majumdar, Marie Sinclair
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-12-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/16/1/35