Invasive Procedures in Patients with Cirrhosis

The aim on of this article is to provide an update on the coagulation disturbances of patients with cirrhosis. It summarizes basic concepts of coagulation in cirrhosis, available tests used to predict bleeding, procedures and risk of bleeding, and the rationale and expert-based recommendations of prophylactic measures for patients with cirrhosis who undergo invasive procedures.
Source: Clinics in Liver Disease - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research