A population-based cohort study of mortality of intensive care unit patients with liver cirrhosis.

Yu-Feng HuangChao-Shun LinYih-Giun CherngChun-Chieh YehRay-Jade ChenTa-Liang ChenChien-Chang Liao

Published in: BMC gastroenterology (2020)

Liver cirrhosis was associated with 30-day mortality in ICU patients. Jaundice, ascites, hepatic coma, more than 4 admissions due to cirrhosis, and more than 30 days of hospital stay due to cirrhosis were exacerbated factors in cirrhotic ICU patients.

Keyphrases

intensive care unit
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
cardiovascular events
risk factors
mechanical ventilation
extracorporeal membrane oxygenation