Melatonin Levels in Serum and Ascitic Fluid of Patients with Hepatic Encephalopathy
Cirrhotic patients exhibit disturbed melatonin homeostasis, which may lead to sleep disturbances, but an influence on the hepatic encephalopathy has not been elucidated. Aim. In the present study, the association of melatonin levels in serum and ascitic fluid and ammonia concentration related to the...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2012-01-01
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Series: | Gastroenterology Research and Practice |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/510764 |