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Crisan D, Procopet B, Epure A, Stefanescu H, Suciu A, Fodor A, Mois E, Craciun R, Crisan N. Malnutrition and non-compliance to nutritional recommendations in patients with cirrhosis are associated with a lower survival. World J Hepatol 2020; 12:829-840. [PMID: 33200020 PMCID: PMC7643216 DOI: 10.4254/wjh.v12.i10.829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2020] [Revised: 07/06/2020] [Accepted: 09/04/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Malnutrition is frequently encountered in patients with cirrhosis and appears to significantly impact their prognosis. While evaluating the burden of malnutrition in cirrhosis is gathering momentum, as suggested by multiple recently published reports, there is still a persistent scarcity of solid data in the field, especially with regards to the role of nutritional interventions.
AIM To assess the prevalence of malnutrition in patients with advanced cirrhosis and to evaluate its impact on survival.
METHODS One hundred and one consecutive patients with advanced cirrhosis were screened for malnutrition using the Subjective Global Assessment (SGA) criteria and the mid-arm circumference (MAC). Malnutrition was defined as SGA class B and C and MAC < 10th percentile. All patients were interviewed regarding their food intake using an adapted questionnaire. Subsequently, total energy intake was calculated and further subdivided in main nutrients. The data were then compared to the available recommendations at the time of analysis to assess adherence.
RESULTS 54/79 patients (68.4%) in the decompensated group had malnutrition, while only 3/22 patients (13.6%) were malnourished in the compensated group. After a median follow-up time of 27 mo (0-53), the overall mortality was 70%. Survival was significantly lower among patients with malnutrition. The mortality rates were 50% at 1 year and 63% at 2 years for the patients with malnutrition, compared to 21% at 1 year and 30% at 2 years for patients without malnutrition (P = 0.01). On multivariate analysis, the factors independently associated with mortality were age, creatinine level and adherence to the protein intake recommendations. The mortality was lower in patients with the appropriate protein intake: 8% at 1 year and 28% at 2 years in the adherent group, compared to 47% at 1 year and 56% at 2 years in the non-adherent group.
CONCLUSION The prevalence of malnutrition is high among patients with advanced cirrhosis and might be related in part to a low adherence to nutritional recommendations, especially with regards to protein intake.
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- Dana Crisan
- Internal Medicine Department, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca 400126, Romania
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- 3rd Medical Clinic, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca 400126, Romania
- Hepatology Unit, “Prof. Dr. Octavian Fodor” Regional Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cluj-Napoca 400162, Romania
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- 3rd Medical Clinic, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca 400126, Romania
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- Hepatology Unit, “Prof. Dr. Octavian Fodor” Regional Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cluj-Napoca 400162, Romania
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- 3rd Medical Clinic, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca 400126, Romania
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- 3rd Medical Clinic, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca 400126, Romania
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- Surgery Department, “Prof. Dr. Octavian Fodor” Regional Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cluj-Napoca 400126, Romania
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- Hepatology Unit , “Prof. Dr. Octavian Fodor” Regional Institute of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Cluj-Napoca 400126, Romania
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- Internal Medicine Department, “Iuliu Hatieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca 400126, Romania
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Moctezuma-Velazquez C, Ebadi M, Bhanji RA, Stirnimann G, Tandon P, Montano-Loza AJ. Limited performance of subjective global assessment compared to computed tomography-determined sarcopenia in predicting adverse clinical outcomes in patients with cirrhosis. Clin Nutr 2019; 38:2696-2703. [DOI: 10.1016/j.clnu.2018.11.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2018] [Revised: 10/10/2018] [Accepted: 11/16/2018] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Changes in hepatic metabolic profile during the evolution of STZ-induced diabetic rats via an 1H NMR-based metabonomic investigation. Biosci Rep 2019; 39:BSR20181379. [PMID: 30918104 PMCID: PMC6481239 DOI: 10.1042/bsr20181379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2018] [Revised: 03/07/2019] [Accepted: 03/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Background: The present study aimed to explore the changes in the hepatic metabolic profile during the evolution of diabetes mellitus (DM) and verify the key metabolic pathways. Methods: Liver samples were collected from diabetic rats induced by streptozotocin (STZ) and rats in the control group at 1, 5, and 9 weeks after STZ administration. Proton nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (1H NMR)-based metabolomics was used to examine the metabolic changes during the evolution of DM, and partial least squares-discriminate analysis (PLS-DA) was performed to identify the key metabolites. Results: We identified 40 metabolites in the 1H NMR spectra, and 11 metabolites were further selected by PLS-DA model. The levels of α-glucose and β-glucose, which are two energy-related metabolites, gradually increased over time in the DM rats, and were significantly greater than those of the control rats at the three-time points. The levels of choline, betaine, and methionine decreased in the DM livers, indicating that the protective function in response to liver injury may be undermined by hyperglycemia. The levels of the other amino acids (leucine, alanine, glycine, tyrosine, and phenylalanine) were significantly less than those of the control group during DM development. Conclusions: Our results suggested that the hepatic metabolic pathways of glucose, choline-betaine-methionine, and amino acids were disturbed during the evolution of diabetes, and that choline-betaine-methionine metabolism may play a key role.
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Shuja A, Malespin M, Scolapio J. Nutritional Considerations in Liver Disease. Gastroenterol Clin North Am 2018; 47:243-252. [PMID: 29413017 DOI: 10.1016/j.gtc.2017.09.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Malnutrition occurs in most patients with advanced liver diseases and is associated with higher rates of morbidity and mortality. In this article, the authors discuss the pathophysiology of malnutrition and methods to optimize nutrition status in liver disease and include a brief section on perioperative and postoperative nutrition.
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- Asim Shuja
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Florida College of Medicine, 4555 Emerson Street, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32207, USA.
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Florida College of Medicine, 4555 Emerson Street, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32207, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Florida College of Medicine, 4555 Emerson Street, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32207, USA
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Walcott-Sapp S, Billingsley KG. Preoperative optimization for major hepatic resection. Langenbecks Arch Surg 2017; 403:23-35. [PMID: 29150719 DOI: 10.1007/s00423-017-1638-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2017] [Accepted: 11/06/2017] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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PURPOSE Major hepatic resections are performed for primary hepatobiliary malignancies, metastatic disease, and benign lesions. Patients with chronic liver disease, including cirrhosis and steatosis, are at an elevated risk of malnutrition and impaired strength and exercise capacity, deficits which cause increased risk of postoperative complications and mortality. The aims of this report are to discuss the pathophysiology of changes in nutrition, exercise capacity, and muscle strength in patient populations likely to require major hepatectomy, and review recommendations for preoperative evaluation and optimization. METHODS Nutritional and functional impairment in preoperative hepatectomy patients, especially those with underlying liver disease, have a complex and multifactorial physiologic basis that is not completely understood. RESULTS Recognition of malnutrition and compromised strength and exercise tolerance preoperatively can be difficult, but is critical in providing the opportunity to intervene prior to major hepatic resection and potentially improve postoperative outcomes. There is promising data on a variety of nutritional strategies to ensure adequate intake of calories, proteins, vitamins, and minerals in patients with cirrhosis and reduce liver size and degree of fatty infiltration in patients with hepatic steatosis. Emerging evidence supports structured exercise programs to improve exercise tolerance and counteract muscle wasting. CONCLUSIONS The importance of nutrition and functional status in patients indicated for major liver resection is apparent, and emerging evidence supports structured preoperative preparation programs involving nutritional intervention and exercise training. Further research is needed in this field to develop optimal protocols to evaluate and treat this heterogeneous cohort of patients.
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- Sarah Walcott-Sapp
- Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Oregon Health and Science University, 3181 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Rd., Mail Code: L223, Portland, OR, 97239, USA.
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- Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Oregon Health and Science University, 3181 S.W. Sam Jackson Park Rd., Mail Code: L223, Portland, OR, 97239, USA
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Bhanji RA, Carey EJ, Watt KD. Review article: maximising quality of life while aspiring for quantity of life in end-stage liver disease. Aliment Pharmacol Ther 2017; 46:16-25. [PMID: 28464346 DOI: 10.1111/apt.14078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2017] [Revised: 02/18/2017] [Accepted: 03/14/2017] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND With recent advances in the management of chronic liver disease and its complications, the long-term survival in cirrhosis has improved. Therefore, the number of individuals who will spend a significant proportion of their life with end-stage liver disease (ESLD) may continue to rise. Thus, more attention to quality of life (QOL) and its integration with traditional clinical endpoints is needed. AIMS Recently, there have been many studies looking at treatment outcomes and their impact on the QOL in patients with ESLD. The aim of this review was to summarise and compare the insights gained from these intervention studies and to make concise recommendations to further promote and improve QOL in this patient population. METHODS A literature search was conducted using PubMed and Web of Science. Search terms "Quality of life" "Cirrhosis" and "end-stage liver disease" were used as MeSH terms or searched in the title of the article. RESULTS These studies uniformly show significant improvement in health-related QOL (HRQOL) with management of malnutrition, hepatic encephalopathy and ascites. Thus, early recognition and management of these complications are keys to better serve our patients. Early involvement of palliative care also leads to improved quality of end-of-life care. CONCLUSIONS Complications of cirrhosis including malnutrition, encephalopathy, ascites and variceal bleeding lead to a decrease in HRQOL. Assessment of HRQOL has an important implication for the patient. The findings of this review illuminate the importance of using consistent tools to accurately assess QOL in patients with ESLD.
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- R A Bhanji
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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Rachakonda V, Borhani AA, Dunn MA, Andrzejewski M, Martin K, Behari J. Serum Leptin Is a Biomarker of Malnutrition in Decompensated Cirrhosis. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0159142. [PMID: 27583675 PMCID: PMC5008824 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0159142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2015] [Accepted: 06/28/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Background and Aims Malnutrition is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in cirrhosis. There is no consensus as to the optimal approach for identifying malnutrition in end-stage liver disease. The aim of this study was to measure biochemical, serologic, hormonal, radiographic, and anthropometric features in a cohort of hospitalized cirrhotic patients to characterize biomarkers for identification of malnutrition. Design In this prospective observational cohort study, 52 hospitalized cirrhotic patients were classified as malnourished (42.3%) or nourished (57.7%) based on mid-arm muscle circumference < 23 cm and dominant handgrip strength < 30 kg. Anthropometric measurements were obtained. Appetite was assessed using the Simplified Nutrition Appetite Questionnaire (SNAQ) score. Fasting levels of serum adipokines, cytokines, and hormones were determined using Luminex assays. Logistic regression analysis was used to determine features independently associated with malnutrition. Results Subjects with and without malnutrition differed in several key features of metabolic phenotype including wet and dry BMI, skeletal muscle index, visceral fat index and HOMA-IR. Serum leptin levels were lower and INR was higher in malnourished subjects. Serum leptin was significantly correlated with HOMA-IR, wet and dry BMI, mid-arm muscle circumference, skeletal muscle index, and visceral fat index. Logistic regression analysis revealed that INR and log-transformed leptin were independently associated with malnutrition. Conclusions Low serum leptin and elevated INR are associated with malnutrition in hospitalized patients with end-stage liver disease.
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- Vikrant Rachakonda
- Department of Medicine, Divisions of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh PA 15213, United States of America
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- Department of Radiology, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States of America
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- Department of Medicine, Divisions of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh PA 15213, United States of America
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- Department of Medicine, Divisions of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh PA 15213, United States of America
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- Department of Medicine, Divisions of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh PA 15213, United States of America
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- Department of Medicine, Divisions of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh PA 15213, United States of America
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GUERRA TS, HOEHR NF, BOIN IDFSF, STUCCHI RSB. TRACE ELEMENTS IN PLASMA AND NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENT IN PATIENTS WITH COMPENSATED CIRRHOSIS ON A LIVER TRANSPLANT LIST. ARQUIVOS DE GASTROENTEROLOGIA 2016; 53:84-8. [DOI: 10.1590/s0004-28032016000200006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2015] [Accepted: 01/18/2016] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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ABSTRACT Background - In chronic liver disease, trace element levels in plasma are usually low. However, the specific cause and functional implications of this abnormality are yet not well understood. These element levels may decrease as a result of abnormal liver function in patients with cirrhosis and/or malnutrition. Objective - To evaluate the nutritional status and the profile of trace elements in plasma of patients with cirrhosis on a liver transplant list and to correlate them with disease severity. Methods - This cross-sectional study evaluated 31 male patients diagnosed with compensated liver cirrhosis on a waiting list for liver transplant. Nutritional status was objectively evaluated through anthropometry using Mendenhall score and Blackburn classification, subjectively through the Detsky questionnaire and severity of the disease by MELD and CTP score. Trace elements (Zn, Se, Cu, Ca, Fe, Mg and Mn) in plasma were analyzed by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). Statistical analysis was performed using Mann-Whitney test. Results - According to the nutritional assessment 19 (61.3%) were malnourished and 12 (38.7%) were overweight. Regarding disease severity 12 (39%) were classified as Child A, 17 (55%), Child B and 2 (6%) Child C, with 46.9% of patients with MELD score >17. The trace element analysis indicated that 31 (100%) had Mn levels above the reference range, 23 (74.2%) low levels of Cu, 29 (93.5%) with deficiency of Se, and 31 (100%) low levels of Ca and Mg. Disease severity did not show statistical difference between the studied trace elements, in contrast to the nutritional status, in which the malnourished group showed higher levels of Mn (P=0.01) and Fe (P=0.01) and low levels of Zn (P=0.03) when compared to the overweight group. Conclusion - The results showed that the trace elements in plasma are altered in chronic liver disease; without significant correlation to disease severity, but correlated to nutritional status. Malnutrition is present in the patients studied, nonetheless a new scenario with an increase in the prevalence of overweight was verified regardless of the degree of hepatic decompensation.
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Meyer AV, Green M, Pautler HM, Korenblat K, Deal EN, Thoelke MS. Impact of Vitamin K Administration on INR Changes and Bleeding Events Among Patients With Cirrhosis. Ann Pharmacother 2015; 50:113-7. [PMID: 26586854 DOI: 10.1177/1060028015617277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The efficacy of vitamin K in lowering an elevated INR in the setting of cirrhosis is not well established. OBJECTIVES The purpose of this investigation is to determine the effect of vitamin K administration on the INR and bleeding eventsamong hospitalized patients with cirrhosis. METHODS This is a retrospective investigation of patients hospitalized at an academic institution from 2010 to 2012. Adults with an ICD9 code supporting cirrhosis were segregated into matched cohorts based on provision of vitamin K. Multivariable logistic regression of factors associated with INR decrease and bleeding events was completed. RESULTS The final matched cohort (n = 276) contained 130 patients who received vitamin K and 146 who did not receive this therapy. ICU care (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] = 2.91; 95% CI = 1.54-5.49; P = 0.01), receipt of a blood product (AOR = 2.40; 95%CI = 1.35-4.24; P = 0.03), and baseline INR > 1.6 (AOR = 1.72; 95% CI = 1.00-2.95; P = 0.05), but not vitamin K administration (AOR = 1.17; 95% CI = 0.66-2.08; P = 0.59), were associated with INR decrease. Bleeding events occurred more frequently among patients with a history of esophageal varices (AOR = 6.35; 95% CI = 1.21-33.4; P = 0.03), but vitamin K administration did not have an impact on these events (AOR = 4.90; 95% CI = 0.56-43.0; P = 0.15). CONCLUSIONS Administration of vitamin K did not affect INR changes or bleeding events in this cohort of hospitalized patients with cirrhosis.
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- Adam V Meyer
- Washington University in St Louis School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Washington University in St Louis School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Barnes-Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO, USA
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- Washington University in St Louis School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA
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Nguyen T. Comparison of current practice and best practice guidelines for the nutritional management of patients with liver cirrhosis: An Australian survey of dietitians in clinical practice. Nutr Diet 2015. [DOI: 10.1111/1747-0080.12197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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- Trang Nguyen
- Department of Dietetics; Sydney South West Area of Health; Liverpool Hospital; Sydney New South Wales Australia
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Fialla AD, Israelsen M, Hamberg O, Krag A, Gluud LL. Nutritional therapy in cirrhosis or alcoholic hepatitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Liver Int 2015; 35:2072-8. [PMID: 25645300 DOI: 10.1111/liv.12798] [Citation(s) in RCA: 78] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2014] [Accepted: 01/29/2015] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND & AIMS Patients with cirrhosis and alcoholic hepatitis are often malnourished and have a superimposed stress metabolism, which increases nutritional demands. We performed a systematic review on the effects of nutritional therapy vs. no intervention for patients with cirrhosis or alcoholic hepatitis. METHODS We included trials on nutritional therapy designed to fulfil at least 75% of daily nutritional demand. Authors extracted data in an independent manner. Random-effects and fixed-effect meta-analyses were performed and the results expressed as risk ratios (RR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI). Sequential analyses were performed to evaluate the risk of spurious findings because of random and systematic errors. Subgroup and sensitivity analyses were performed to evaluate the risk of bias and sources of between trial heterogeneity. RESULTS Thirteen randomized controlled trials with 329 allocated to enteral (nine trials) or intravenous (four trials) nutrition and 334 controls. All trials were classed as having a high risk of bias. Random-effects meta-analysis showed that nutritional therapy reduced mortality 0.80 (95% CI, 0.64 to 0.99). The result was not confirmed in sequential analysis. Fixed-effect analysis suggested that nutrition prevented overt hepatic encephalopathy (0.73; 95% CI, 0.55 to 0.96) and infection (0.66; 95% CI, 0.45 to 0.98, respectively), but the results were not confirmed in random-effects analyses. CONCLUSION Our review suggests that nutritional therapy may have beneficial effects on clinical outcomes in cirrhosis and alcoholic hepatitis. High-quality trials are needed to verify our findings.
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- Annette D Fialla
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Odense University Hospital, Odense C, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Odense University Hospital, Odense C, Denmark
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- Department of Hepatology, Copenhagen University Hospital Rigshospitalet, Koebenhavn, Denmark
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Odense University Hospital, Odense C, Denmark
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- Gastrounit, Medical Division, Copenhagen University Hospital Hvidovre, Hvidovre, Denmark
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López-Larramona G, Lucendo AJ, Tenías JM. Association between nutritional screening via the Controlling Nutritional Status index and bone mineral density in chronic liver disease of various etiologies. Hepatol Res 2015; 45:618-28. [PMID: 25059921 DOI: 10.1111/hepr.12395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2014] [Revised: 07/04/2014] [Accepted: 07/21/2014] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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AIM Bone density disorders are prevalent in patients with chronic liver disease (CLD), who commonly present with hepatic osteodystrophy. However, the relationship between nutritional status and bone mineral density (BMD) has been scarcely studied in CLD. METHODS This single-center, cross-sectional study included outpatients consecutively diagnosed with CLD during a 1.5-year period. The nutritional status was assessed with the Controlling Nutritional Status (CONUT) index; dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scans and parameters of bone mineral metabolism were carried out. Bone fracture risk was estimated with the World Health Organization FRAX tool. RESULTS Among the 126 patients recruited (58.7% male), osteopenia and osteoporosis were present in 31.1% and 10.7%, respectively. The 10-year fracture risk was significantly higher among women. Malnutrition estimated with the CONUT index was present in 29.9% of patients and was significantly more frequent in cirrhotic patients, 63.4% of whom were malnourished. Malnutrition stage directly correlated with hepatic function as expressed by the Model for End-Stage Liver Disease index. A non-significant relationship between CONUT-assessed nutritional status and BMD was documented. 25-Hydroxyvitamin-D3 (25[OH]-D3) and fracture risk correlated positively with the CONUT stage, and total cholesterol had an inverse relationship with BMD. CONCLUSION Malnutrition assessed by the CONUT was very frequent in patients with liver cirrhosis. The CONUT score inversely correlated with liver function, while malnutrition stage directly correlated with BMD, fracture risk and 25(OH)-D3. Total cholesterol showed a negative association with BMD in this population.
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- Gastroenterology Department, Hospital General de Tomelloso, Tomelloso, Spain
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- Research Support Unit, Hospital Mancha-Centro, Alcázar de San Juan, Spain
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Vulcano DSB, Carvalhaes MADBL, Bakonyi Neto A. Evaluation of nutritional indicators and body composition in patients with advanced liver disease enrolled for liver transplantation. Acta Cir Bras 2014; 28:733-9. [PMID: 24114303 DOI: 10.1590/s0102-86502013001000008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2013] [Accepted: 09/10/2013] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Malnutrition is prevalent in patients with advanced liver disease (LD) related to multifactorial causes. Fluid retention can underestimate the nutritional status based on anthropometric measures. We evaluated nutritional indicators and body composition (BC) in patients with liver cirrhosis and correlated them with LD severity. METHODS Forty three patients with LD enrolled for liver transplantation were evaluated by Anthropometric measures, subjective evaluation (Global Assessment of Nutritional Status - SGA) and biochemical indicators. Single-frequency electrical bioimpedance (SFE-BIA) was used to evaluate body composition (BC). It measured resistance (R), reactance (Xc) and the phase angle (PA). LD severity was estimated by Child-Pugh and Meld criteria (Model for End-Stage Liver Disease). RESULTS Child-Pugh index between patients was 7.11 ± 1.70 and Meld was 12.23 ± 4.22. Arm Circumference, Arm Muscle Circumference and Arm Muscle Area, SGA, hemoglobin, hematocrit and albumin showed better correlation with disease severity. Xc and PA showed correlation both with Meld and Child-Pugh score when BC were evaluated. PA was depleted in 55.8% of the patients. CONCLUSIONS Diagnosis of malnutrition varied according to the method. Global assessment of nutritional status showed better correlation with disease severity than with objective methods. Single-frequency electrical bioimpedance for body composition analysis in cirrhotic patients must be cautiously used; however, primary vectors seems to be valid and promising in clinical practice.
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Jara M, Bednarsch J, Malinowski M, Lüttgert K, Orr J, Puhl G, Seehofer D, Neuhaus P, Stockmann M. Predictors of quality of life in patients evaluated for liver transplantation. Clin Transplant 2014; 28:1331-8. [PMID: 25053350 DOI: 10.1111/ctr.12426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/21/2014] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) is severely impaired in advanced liver disease. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of actual liver function and disease-specific factors on HRQOL of patients evaluated for liver transplantation. PATIENTS AND METHODS Disease-specific QOL was analyzed in 142 patients evaluated for liver transplantation using the German version of the Chronic Liver Disease Questionnaire (CLDQ-D). We performed quantitative liver function tests and collected clinical and demographical data of patients after their referral to our transplant department. Values were correlated with CLDQ-D scores. RESULTS Neither model for end-stage liver disease (MELD) nor dynamic liver function test results were related to quality of life. Serum albumin concentration was a strong but not independent factor correlated with global CLDQ-D (r = 0.269, p < 0.001). Independent predictors of global CLDQ-D were ascites and butyrylcholinesterase serum concentration (B = -0.486, p < 0.001 and B = 0.196, p = 0.002, respectively). CONCLUSION Actual liver function is not related to decreased quality of life, whereas ascites and hypoproteinemia represent the major factors influencing physical and social aspects of daily life in potential liver transplant candidates.
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- Maximilian Jara
- Department of General, Visceral and Transplantation Surgery, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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Naqvi IH, Mahmood K, Talib A, Ubaid M, Mahmood A. Infections in Cirrhotics: Types, Microbiological Spectrum and Risk Factors—5-Year Cohort Study. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2014. [DOI: 10.4236/ojgas.2014.43017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Ferreira LG, Santos LF, Silva TRND, Anastácio LR, Lima AS, Correia MITD. Hyper- and hypometabolism are not related to nutritional status of patients on the waiting list for liver transplantation. Clin Nutr 2013; 33:754-60. [PMID: 24238850 DOI: 10.1016/j.clnu.2013.10.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/16/2013] [Revised: 10/18/2013] [Accepted: 10/25/2013] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND & AIMS Metabolic disorders and malnutrition are well known conditions reported in patients with liver disease (LD), but the relationship between them are underexplored. So, the aim of this study was to assess the resting energy expenditure (REE) of these patients, identifying the prevalence of hyper- and hypometabolism. In addition, to evaluate whether malnutrition and clinical variables were associated with REE and metabolic disorders. METHODS The REE was measured by indirect calorimetry and predicted by the Harris and Benedict formula (REEHB). Nutritional status was assessed by different methods. The etiology, severity and complications of LD were also evaluated. RESULTS A total of 81 patients were assessed. The measured REE was 1587.5 ± 426.6 kcal. The REE was overestimated by the REEHB (REE:REEHB <0.8) in 7.4% and underestimated (REE:REEHB >1.2) in 24.7% of the patients. The REE was lower in malnourished patients (p < 0.05). However, hyper- and hypometabolism were not associated with nutritional status (p > 0.05). The REE and hypermetabolism were not associated with LD, but hypometabolic patients had a higher prevalence of Child C, and had higher values for MELD, INR and total bilirubin (p < 0.05). After multiple regression analyses, the REE was significantly associated (p < 0.05) with intracellular body water, arm muscle area and serum glucose. Serum glucose was only significantly associated (p < 0.05) with hypermetabolism, and INR with hypometabolism. CONCLUSION Changes in resting metabolism are present but not universal. The hypermetabolism was associated with extrahepatic factors, and hypometabolism with the severity of LD. Under these conditions in the clinical setting, calculated energy requirements using the HB formula should be adjusted.
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- Lívia Garcia Ferreira
- Surgery Postgraduate Program, Medical School, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil.
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- Surgery Postgraduate Program, Medical School, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil; Alfa Institute of Gastroenterology, Hospital of Clinics, Medical School, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Surgery Postgraduate Program, Medical School, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil; Alfa Institute of Gastroenterology, Hospital of Clinics, Medical School, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil
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Moctezuma-Velázquez C, García-Juárez I, Soto-Solís R, Hernández-Cortés J, Torre A. Nutritional assessment and treatment of patients with liver cirrhosis. Nutrition 2013; 29:1279-85. [PMID: 23867207 DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2013.03.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2012] [Revised: 02/20/2013] [Accepted: 03/15/2013] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Prevalence of chronic liver diseases, including liver cirrhosis, is increasing worldwide. The nutritional state assessment in these patients is complicated, and besides anthropometry is based on several other tools in order to be more accurate. Specific dietary recommendations are needed in patients with chronic liver diseases in order to help prevent and treat liver decompensation because malnutrition is an independent predictor of mortality. This review focuses on essential aspects in the nutritional assessment of cirrhotic patients and some general recommendations for their treatment.
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- Carlos Moctezuma-Velázquez
- Department of Gastroenterology, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición Salvador Zubirán (INCMNSZ), Mexico City, Mexico.
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Venu M, Martin E, Saeian K, Gawrieh S. High prevalence of vitamin A deficiency and vitamin D deficiency in patients evaluated for liver transplantation. Liver Transpl 2013; 19:627-33. [PMID: 23495130 PMCID: PMC3667969 DOI: 10.1002/lt.23646] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2012] [Accepted: 03/11/2013] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Deficiencies in vitamins A, D, and E have been linked to night blindness, bone health, and post-liver transplant reperfusion injury. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and predictive factors of fat-soluble vitamin deficiencies in liver transplant candidates. We reviewed the medical records of liver transplant candidates at our center from January 2008 to September 2011. The etiology of cirrhosis, Model for End-Stage Liver Disease score, Child-Pugh class, body mass index (BMI), and vitamin A, vitamin E, and vitamin 25-OH-D levels were recorded. Patients were excluded for incomplete laboratory data, short gut syndrome, celiac disease, pancreatic insufficiency, or prior liver transplantation. Sixty-three patients were included. The most common etiologies of liver disease were alcohol (n = 23), hepatitis C virus (n = 19), and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (n = 5). Vitamin A and D deficiencies were noted in 69.8% and 81.0%, respectively. Only 3.2% of the patients were vitamin E-deficient. There were no documented cases of night blindness. Twenty-five of the 55 patients with bone density measurements had osteopenia, and 10 had osteoporosis. Four patients had vertebral fractures. There was 1 case of posttransplant reperfusion injury in a patient with vitamin E deficiency. In a multivariate analysis, there were no statistically significant predictors for vitamin D deficiency. The Child-Pugh class [odds ratio (OR) = 6.84, 95% confidence interval (CI) = 1.52-30.86, P = 0.01], elevated total bilirubin level (OR = 44.23, 95% CI = 5.02-389.41, P < 0.001), and elevated BMI (OR = 1.17, 95% CI = 1.00-1.36, P = 0.045) were found to be predictors of vitamin A deficiency. In conclusion, the majority of liver disease patients evaluated for liver transplantation at our center had vitamin A and D deficiencies. The presence or absence of cholestatic liver disease did not predict deficiencies, whereas Child-Pugh class, bilirubin level, and elevated BMI predicted vitamin A deficiency.
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- Mukund Venu
- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee WI
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee WI
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee WI
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- Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology; Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee WI
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Binhas M, Amathieu R, Campillo B, Roudot-Thoraval F, Azoulay D, Plaud B, Dhonneur G, Paugam-Burtz C. [French survey on perioperative nutrition in cirrhotic adult patients waiting for liver transplantation]. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2013; 32:302-6. [PMID: 23562420 DOI: 10.1016/j.annfar.2013.02.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2013] [Accepted: 02/19/2013] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (EPSEN) guidelines on nutrition for liver disease patients has been recently updated. The aim of our study was to evaluate perioperative nutrition in cirrhotic patients waiting for liver transplantation (LT). STUDY DESIGN Prospective electronic survey. A standardized questionnaire was sent to the anaesthesiologist of the 18 French adult LT centers. The questionnaire had closed-ended questions to evaluate nutritional practices in cirrhotic patients waiting for a LT. RESULTS The response rate was 100%. Nutritional status of the cirrhotic patients waiting for LT was assessed by anaesthesiologists (12 centres) and/or hepatologists (11 centres) and more rarely by nutrition physician, dietetics or liver surgeons. Body mass index (13 centres), weight loss (10 centres), albuminemia (10 centres) were the most frequent items used to assess the nutritional status. Before LT, preoperative oral intakes were administered in undernourished patients in only 55% of the cases. Postoperatively, nutritional support was administered between day 1 and 3 after LT. CONCLUSION Perioperative nutritional practices in cirrhotic patients waiting for LT are heterogeneous between centers, especially about nutrition assessment. Most of the centres did not follow the actual guidelines.
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- M Binhas
- Service d'anesthésie et des réanimations chirurgicales, université Paris-Est Créteil, Assistance publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, groupe hospitalier et universitaire Henri-Mondor-Albert-Chenevier, 51 avenue du Maréchal-de-Lattre-de-Tassigny, Créteil cedex, France.
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Rai R, Nagral S, Nagral A. Surgery in a patient with liver disease. J Clin Exp Hepatol 2012; 2:238-46. [PMID: 25755440 PMCID: PMC3940091 DOI: 10.1016/j.jceh.2012.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2012] [Accepted: 05/15/2012] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Surgery is often needed in patients with concurrent liver disease. The multiple physiological roles of the liver places these patients at an increased risk of morbidity and mortality. Diseases necessitating surgery like gallstones and hernia are more common in patients with cirrhosis. Assessment of severity of liver dysfunction before surgery is important and the risk benefit of the procedure needs to be carefully assessed. The disease severity may vary from mild transaminase rise to decompensated cirrhosis. Surgery should be avoided if possible in the emergency setting, in the setting of acute and alcoholic hepatitis, in a patient of cirrhosis who is child class C or has a MELD score more than 15 or any patient with significant extrahepatic organ dysfunction. In this subset of patients, all possible means to manage these patients conservatively should be attempted. Modified Child-Pugh scores and model for end-stage liver disease (MELD) scores can predict mortality after surgery fairly reliably including nonhepatic abdominal surgery. Pre-operative optimization would include control of ascites, correction of electrolyte imbalance, improving renal dysfunction, cardiorespiratory assessment, and correction of coagulation. Tests of global hemostasis like thromboelastography and thrombin generation time may be more predictive of the risk of bleeding compared with the conventional tests of coagulation in patients with cirrhosis. Correction of international normalized ratio with fresh frozen plasma does not necessarily mean reduction of bleeding risk and may increase the risk of volume overload and lung injury. International normalized ratio liver may better reflect the coagulation status. Recombinant factor VIIa in patients with cirrhosis needing surgery needs further study. Intra-operatively, safe anesthetic agents like isoflurane and propofol with avoidance of hypotension are advised. In general, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs) and benzodiazepines should not be used. Intra-abdominal surgery in a patient with cirrhosis becomes more challenging in the presence of ascites, portal hypertension, and hepatomegaly. Uncontrolled hemorrhage due to coagulopathy and portal hypertension, sepsis, renal dysfunction, and worsening of liver failure contribute to the morbidity and mortality in these patients. Steps to reduce ascitic leaks and infections need to be taken. Any patient with cirrhosis undergoing major surgery should be referred to a specialist center with experience in managing liver disease.
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Key Words
- ABG, arterial blood gas
- ASA, American Society of Anesthesiologists
- Anesthesia
- BNP, brain natriuretic peptide
- COPD, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- CTP, Child–Turcotte–Pugh
- CVP, central venous pressure
- Child–Pugh score
- FDP, fibrin degradation products
- FFP, fresh frozen plasma
- HPS, hepatopulmonary syndrome
- ICG, indocyanine green
- ICU, intensive care unit
- INR, international normalized ratio
- MELD, model for end-stage liver disease
- NSAID, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
- PICD, paracentesis-induced circulatory dysfunction
- PT, prothrombin time
- PTT, partial thromboplastin time
- SBP, spontaneous bacterial peritonitis
- TEG, thromboelastogram
- TIPS, transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunt
- cirrhosis
- coagulopathy
- hepatic
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- Rakesh Rai
- Department of HPB Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Surgical Gastroenterology, Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Jaslok Hospital, Mumbai, India,Address for correspondence: Aabha Nagral, Department of Gastroenterology, Jaslok Hospital, 7, Snehasagar, Prabhanagar, Prabhadevi, Mumbai - 400025, India.
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Rivera Irigoin R, Abilés J. [Nutritional support in patients with liver cirrhosis]. GASTROENTEROLOGIA Y HEPATOLOGIA 2012; 35:594-601. [PMID: 22657567 DOI: 10.1016/j.gastrohep.2012.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2012] [Accepted: 03/06/2012] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Given the liver's multiple synthetic, regulatory and detoxifying functions, one of the characteristics accompanying severe hepatocellular dysfunction is the presence of malnutrition. This disorder is highly frequent in liver cirrhosis, even in the relatively early stages of the disease. Independently of the cause of the cirrhosis, poor nutritional status is associated with a worse prognosis and therefore early intervention to correct nutrient deficiency can prolong life expectancy, improve quality of life, reduce complications and increase the probability of successful transplantation. The present article reviews current knowledge of the diagnosis and management of malnutrition in patients with cirrhosis. Special attention is paid to the concept of the late evening snack and its characteristics, composition and probable benefits in the course of the disease.
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- Robin Rivera Irigoin
- Servicio de Aparato Digestivo, Hospital Costa del Sol, Marbella, Málaga, España.
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BACKGROUND Protein energy malnutrition frequently occurs in liver cirrhosis. Hand-grip strength according to Jamar is most reliable to predict protein energy malnutrition. We aimed to determine whether protein energy malnutrition affects complication risk. METHODS In 84 cirrhotics, baseline nutritional state was determined and subsequent complications prospectively assessed. Influence of potentially relevant factors including malnutrition (by Jamar hand-grip strength) on complication rates were evaluated with univariate analysis. Effect of malnutrition was subsequently evaluated by multivariate logistic regression with adjustment for possible confounders. RESULTS Underlying causes of cirrhosis were viral hepatitis in 31%, alcohol in 26%, and other in 43%. Baseline Child-Pugh (CP) class was A, B, or C in 58, 35, and 7%, respectively. Energy and protein intake decreased significantly with increasing CP class, with shift from proteins to carbohydrates. At baseline, according to Jamar hand-grip strength, malnutrition occurred in 67% (n=56). Malnutrition was associated with older age and higher CP class (CP class A 57%, B 79%, C 100%) but not with underlying disease or comorbidity. Complications occurred in 18 and 48% in well-nourished and malnourished patients, respectively, (P=0.007) during 13 ± 6 months follow-up. In multivariate analysis, malnutrition was an independent predictor of complications, after correcting for comorbidity, age, and CP score (adjusted odds ratio 4.230; 95% confidence interval 1.090-16.422; P=0.037). In univariate analysis, mortality (4 vs. 18%; P=0.1) tended to be worse in malnourished patients, but this trend was lost in multivariate analysis. CONCLUSION Malnutrition is an independent predictor of complications in cirrhosis.
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Sultan MI, Leon CDG, Biank VF. Role of nutrition in pediatric chronic liver disease. Nutr Clin Pract 2011; 26:401-8. [PMID: 21531738 DOI: 10.1177/0884533611405535] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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The liver plays a central role in energy and nutrient metabolism. Malnutrition is highly prevalent among patients with chronic liver disease and leads to increased morbidity and mortality rates. This review addresses the causes of malnutrition, methods used to assess nutrition status, and appropriate treatment strategies in pediatric patients with chronic liver disease.
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- Mutaz I Sultan
- Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin/Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW The spectrum of neurocognitive impairment in cirrhosis spans a continuum of minimal hepatic encephalopathy (MHE) to overt hepatic encephalopathy (OHE), the pathophysiology of which remains incompletely understood. The current available evidence, however, suggests that nutrition plays an important role in its development and points to the fact that malnutrition increases the morbidity and mortality of patients with cirrhosis. This review incorporates recent findings published in the last 2 years within the evolution of evidence regarding the role dietary manipulation can play in the comprehensive management of patients with cirrhosis and cognitive dysfunction. RECENT FINDINGS In patients with cirrhosis it is important to prevent starvation physiology which occurs after few hours of caloric deprivation as compared to 3 days in noncirrhotics. This can be accomplished by making sure that cirrhotic patients have daily breakfast and a late evening snack. In addition, probiotics and symbiotics are well tolerated and improve cognitive function in patients with MHE. SUMMARY The long-time held belief that protein restriction is needed to improve encephalopathy has no scientific basis but remains widely practiced. Branched-chain amino acids supplement may be helpful in patients who continue to suffer from OHE despite treatment of precipitating events and pharmacologic treatment with lactulose and rifaximin. Preventing starvation physiology and supplementing the diet with prebiotics and symbiotics are helpful in patients with MHE.
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Lam VW, Poon RT. Role of branched-chain amino acids in management of cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma. Hepatol Res 2008; 38 Suppl 1:S107-15. [PMID: 19125941 DOI: 10.1111/j.1872-034x.2008.00435.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Altered protein and energy metabolism is a hallmark of chronic liver disease, characterized by decreased plasma branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) and increased plasma aromatic amino acids (AAA). Overwhelming evidence has indicated that the incidence of complications of chronic liver disease increases with malnutrition. Hence nutritional management in patients with chronic liver disease must receive high priority. The use of BCAA supplementation has been a controversial subject. This review summarizes published results of BCAA supplementation as a nutritional therapy for patients with cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). On balance, it would be appropriate to conclude that BCAA are associated with decreased frequency of complications of cirrhosis and improved nutritional status when prescribed as a maintenance therapy for patients with cirrhosis. More studies are, however, required to identify those who might benefit most from BCAA supplementation.
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- Vincent W Lam
- Division of HBP Surgery, Department of Surgery, The University of Hong Kong Medical Centre, Queen Mary Hospital, Hong Kong, China
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O'Brien A, Williams R. Nutrition in end-stage liver disease: principles and practice. Gastroenterology 2008; 134:1729-40. [PMID: 18471550 DOI: 10.1053/j.gastro.2008.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 95] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2007] [Revised: 01/25/2008] [Accepted: 02/01/2008] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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- Alastair O'Brien
- Institute of Hepatology, Royal Free and University College Medical School, University College London, London, England. a.o'
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Tsiaousi ET, Hatzitolios AI, Trygonis SK, Savopoulos CG. Malnutrition in end stage liver disease: recommendations and nutritional support. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2008; 23:527-33. [PMID: 18397483 DOI: 10.1111/j.1440-1746.2008.05369.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 88] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Malnutrition has increasingly been acknowledged as an important prognostic factor which can influence the clinical outcome of patients suffering from end-stage liver disease (ESLD). Despite the fact that malnutrition is not included in the Child-Pugh classification, its presence should alert clinicians to the same extent as do other complications, such as ascites and hepatic encephalopathy. The pathophysiological mechanisms and the clinical conditions that drive cirrhotic patients to an ill-balanced metabolic state are multiple and they intertwine. Inadequate offer of nutrients, the hypermetabolic state in cirrhosis, the diminished synthetic capacity of the liver and the impaired absorption of nutrients are the main reasons that disrupt the metabolic balance in ESLD. Identifying patients that are approaching the state of malnutrition by simple and easily applied methods is necessary in order to provide nutritional support to those that need it most. According to the European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism, simple bedside methods such as Subjective Global Assessment and anthropometric parameters are reliable in assessing the nutritional state of cirrhotic patients. Correcting the nutrient deficit of the affected patients is mandatory. Avoidance of alcohol and excess fat and ingestion of 4-6 meals/day containing carbohydrates and protein are the most common recommendations. In severe malnutrition, initiation of enteral feeding and/or use of special formulae such as branched-chain amino acid-enriched nutrient mixtures are often recommended. Enteral nutrition improves nutritional status and liver function, reduces complications, prolongs survival and is therefore indicated.
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- Eleni T Tsiaousi
- First Medical Propedeutic Department of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, AHEPA University Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Stickel F, Inderbitzin D, Candinas D. Role of nutrition in liver transplantation for end-stage chronic liver disease. Nutr Rev 2008; 66:47-54. [PMID: 18254884 DOI: 10.1111/j.1753-4887.2007.00005.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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Patients with end-stage liver disease often reveal significant protein-energy malnutrition, which may deteriorate after listing for transplantation. Since malnutrition affects post-transplant survival, precise assessment must be an integral part of pre- and post-surgical management. While there is wide agreement that aggressive treatment of nutritional deficiencies is required, strong scientific evidence supporting nutritional therapy is sparse. In practice, oral nutritional supplements are preferred over parenteral nutrition, but enteral tube feeding may be necessary to maintain adequate calorie intake. Protein restriction should be avoided and administration of branched-chain amino acids may help yield a sufficient protein supply. Specific problems such as micronutrient deficiency, fluid balance, cholestasis, encephalopathy, and comorbid conditions need attention in order to optimize patient outcome.
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- Felix Stickel
- Institute of Clinical Pharmacology, Inselspital, University of Berne, Berne, Switzerland.
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