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SECONDARY PROPHYLAXIS AGAINST RECURRENT VARICEAL HEMORRHAGE
Julie M
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Cirrhosis is a chronic liver condition characterized by regenerative nodules and fibrotic changes, leading to complications such as portal hypertension and variceal bleeding. The chapter outlines the pathophysiology of cirrhosis, its common causes, and the clinical management strategies for acute variceal hemorrhage, including pharmacologic interventions and supportive care. It emphasizes the importance of early intervention and the use of vasoactive agents and prophylactic antibiotics in managing these patients.
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