Prophylactic Antibiotics for Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding in Patients With Cirrhosis
JAMA Internal Medicine Author Interviews
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This chapter evaluates the effectiveness of prophylactic antibiotics for cirrhosis patients with upper gastrointestinal bleeding through a systematic review and meta-analysis. It challenges previous guidelines, highlighting the lack of clear mortality benefits and the potential for increased antibiotic resistance.
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