Is sarcopenia associated with hepatic encephalopathy in liver cirrhosis? A systematic review and meta-analysis

Background/purpose: Hepatic encephalopathy (HE), a major neuropsychiatric complication in advanced liver disease, is associated with poor prognosis. Sarcopenia, characterized by a decline in muscle mass, strength, and physical performance, is prevalent in liver cirrhosis. This study aims to explore...

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Main Authors: Ke-Vin Chang, Jin-De Chen, Wei-Ting Wu, Kuo-Chin Huang, Hong-Yi Lin, Der-Sheng Han
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2019-04-01
Series:Journal of the Formosan Medical Association
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0929664618302432