Missed diagnosis of cirrhosis in the inpatient setting. (16th August 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Amin, Alpesh N.; Nguyen, Peter H.; Tapper, Elliot B.
• Is Part Of: Journal of digestive diseases. Volume 17(2016)Supplement 1
• Page Start: S1
• Page End: S7
• Publication Date: 2022-08-16
• Subjects: Digestive organs -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Gastroenterology -- Periodicals; 616.3
• DOI: 10.1002/jhm.12918
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1751-2972

Abstract

Abstract: Cirrhosis accounts for a large number of deaths in the United States and worldwide, leading to an increasing burden on the healthcare system. Cirrhosis is, however, a progressive disease with different potential complications related to liver dysfunction and portal hypertension. Often, patients may present with complications of cirrhosis without having been diagnosed previously. It is pertinent that clinicians recognize these signs to place patients on an appropriate course of management to help delay or avoid further disease progression while avoiding deleterious outcomes and unnecessary utilization. We will discuss the epidemiology of liver disease, cirrhosis, and its complications (hepatic encephalopathy, ascites, and varices). In this study, we will discuss the rationale and impact of missing these diagnoses on the healthcare system and patient.