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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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-12-01
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Series: | Nutrients |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/16/1/35 |