The evolving challenge of infections in cirrhosis
Infections in Patients with Cirrhosis Patients with cirrhosis are at increased risk for serious
infections, including spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, multidrug-resistant infection, and
infection with gut microorganisms. In-hospital mortality exceeds 50%. Empirical antibiotic
coverage is used until a precise diagnosis can be made.
infections, including spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, multidrug-resistant infection, and
infection with gut microorganisms. In-hospital mortality exceeds 50%. Empirical antibiotic
coverage is used until a precise diagnosis can be made.
Infections in Patients with Cirrhosis
Patients with cirrhosis are at increased risk for serious infections, including spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, multidrug-resistant infection, and infection with gut microorganisms. In-hospital mortality exceeds 50%. Empirical antibiotic coverage is used until a precise diagnosis can be made.
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