Non-selective beta blockers and mortality in decompensated Cirrhosis: Is Cirrhotic Cardiomyopathy the missing link?

We read with interest the article by Alvarado-Tapias et al.1 which provides valuable information about the impact of non-selective beta blockers (NSBB) on hemodynamics in patients with decompensated cirrhosis. The study eloquently showed that patients with decompensated cirrhosis and greater decline in cardiac output (CO) while on NSBB (CO

Source: Journal of Hepatology - April 28, 2021 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Manhal Izzy, Grace Lin, Kymberly D. Watt Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research