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View article: Safety of Nonselective Beta-Blockers in Decompensated Liver Cirrhosis and Their Role in Inducing Hepatorenal Syndrome
Safety of Nonselective Beta-Blockers in Decompensated Liver Cirrhosis and Their Role in Inducing Hepatorenal Syndrome Open
Background Nonselective beta-blockers (NSBBs) have been used in the management of portal hypertension and the prevention of initial and recurrent variceal bleeding in patients with liver cirrhosis. However, there is controversy regarding t…
View article: The Evolution of Iron-Related Comorbidities and Hospitalization in Patients with Hemochromatosis: An Analysis of the Nationwide Inpatient Sample
The Evolution of Iron-Related Comorbidities and Hospitalization in Patients with Hemochromatosis: An Analysis of the Nationwide Inpatient Sample Open
Hemochromatosis, either hereditary hemochromatosis (HH) or secondary hemochromatosis, consists of the accumulation of iron in the liver, heart, and other organs. It leads to end-organ damage in a proportion of affected subjects. Although l…
View article: Predictors of Development of Hepatorenal Syndrome in Hospitalized Cirrhotic Patients with Acute Kidney Injury
Predictors of Development of Hepatorenal Syndrome in Hospitalized Cirrhotic Patients with Acute Kidney Injury Open
Hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) is a type of acute kidney injury (AKI), occurring in patients with decompensated liver cirrhosis and is associated with high mortality. We aim to describe the predictors associated with the development of HRS in …
View article: Editorial: non‐selective beta blockers—in and out of circulation. Authors' reply
Editorial: non‐selective beta blockers—in and out of circulation. Authors' reply Open
LINKED CONTENT This article is linked to Sasso & Rockey and Kimer et al. papers. To view these articles, visit https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.16156 and https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.16199
View article: Non‐selective beta‐blocker use in cirrhotic patients is associated with a reduced likelihood of hospitalisation for infection
Non‐selective beta‐blocker use in cirrhotic patients is associated with a reduced likelihood of hospitalisation for infection Open
Summary Background Non‐selective beta‐blockers (NSBBs) reduce enteric bacterial translocation rates and the frequency of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP) in animal models. Aim To evaluate the effect of NSBBs on infection‐related adm…
View article: The Utility of Liver Biopsy in the Evaluation of Liver Disease and Abnormal Liver Function Tests
The Utility of Liver Biopsy in the Evaluation of Liver Disease and Abnormal Liver Function Tests Open
Objectives We aimed to assess the value of liver biopsy in the evaluation of abnormal liver tests. Methods We analyzed consecutive liver biopsy specimens performed for evaluation of unexplained abnormal liver tests from 2014 to 2018. Diagn…
View article: Variability and Lability of Ammonia Levels in Healthy Volunteers and Patients With Cirrhosis: Implications for Trial Design and Clinical Practice
Variability and Lability of Ammonia Levels in Healthy Volunteers and Patients With Cirrhosis: Implications for Trial Design and Clinical Practice Open
Introduction: Ammonia levels are used to assess hepatic encephalopathy, but their levels are highly variable in clinical practice. Methods: We studied factors associated with variation in ammonia values in cirrhotic patients without previo…
View article: Riots in Beirut: Description of the Impact of a New Type of Mass Casualty Event on the Emergency System in Lebanon
Riots in Beirut: Description of the Impact of a New Type of Mass Casualty Event on the Emergency System in Lebanon Open
Introduction: In the summer of 2015, Beirut experienced a garbage crisis that led to rioting. Riot control measures resulted in multiple casualties. This study examines injury patterns of riot victims presenting to the emergency department…
View article: Suffocation Injuries in the United States: Patient Characteristics and Factors Associated with Mortality
Suffocation Injuries in the United States: Patient Characteristics and Factors Associated with Mortality Open
Mortality from suffocation injuries remains high with significant burden on children and adolescents and on patients with intentional injuries. Tailored initiatives targeting identified modifiable factors through implementation of behavior…
View article: Patient-Physician Communication in the Era of Mobile Phones and Social Media Apps: Cross-Sectional Observational Study on Lebanese Physicians’ Perceptions and Attitudes
Patient-Physician Communication in the Era of Mobile Phones and Social Media Apps: Cross-Sectional Observational Study on Lebanese Physicians’ Perceptions and Attitudes Open
The majority of physicians at the American University of Beirut Medical Center are reluctant to use virtual communication technology as a form of patient communication. Appropriate policy making and strategies can allow both physicians and…
View article: Patient-Physician Communication in the Era of Mobile Phones and Social Media Apps: Cross-Sectional Observational Study on Lebanese Physicians� Perceptions and Attitudes (Preprint)
Patient-Physician Communication in the Era of Mobile Phones and Social Media Apps: Cross-Sectional Observational Study on Lebanese Physicians� Perceptions and Attitudes (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND The increased prevalence of virtual communication technology, particularly social media, has shifted the physician-patient relationship away from the well-established face-to-face interaction. The views and habits of physicians…
View article: Patient-Physician Communication in the Era of Mobile Phones and Social Media Apps: Cross-Sectional Observational Study on Lebanese Physicians� Perceptions and Attitudes
Patient-Physician Communication in the Era of Mobile Phones and Social Media Apps: Cross-Sectional Observational Study on Lebanese Physicians� Perceptions and Attitudes Open
Background:The increased prevalence of virtual communication technology, particularly social media, has shifted the physician-patient relationship away from the well-established face-to-face interaction.The views and habits of physicians i…