55. Cirrhosis & Variceal Bleeds
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Managing Coagulopathy in Cirrhosis
This chapter explores the management challenges of coagulopathy in patients with gastrointestinal bleeding and cirrhosis. It critiques the traditional use of INR as a bleeding risk indicator and advocates for functional assessment methods like TAG and ROTEM. The discussion also highlights the critical role of antibiotic therapy in variceal hemorrhage and the complexities of treating cirrhotic patients amidst hemostatic challenges and infection risks.
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