Renal Impairment in Cirrhosis Unrelated to Hepatorenal Syndrome

Renal impairment is common in liver disease and may occur as a consequence of the pathophysiological changes that underpin cirrhosis or secondary to a pre-existing unrelated insult. Nevertheless, the onset of renal impairment often portends a worsening prognosis. Hepatorenal syndrome remains one of...

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Main Authors: Gavin Low, Graeme JM Alexander, David J Lomas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2015-01-01
Series:Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/967683