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Clinical features of individuals with laboratory values suggestive of advanced liver fibrosis when first treated for alcohol use disorder.

Paola ZuluagaDaniel FusterRafael BlanesAnna Hernández-RubioLaia MiquelMarta TorrensGabriel RubioFerrán BolaoSuthat LiangpunsakulEnric Abellí-DeulofeuFernando Rodríguez de FonsecaRoberto Muganull null
Published in: Alcohol, clinical & experimental research (2024)
One in five patients admitted to treatment for AUD without evidence of decompensated liver disease have FIB-4 values suggestive of advanced liver fibrosis. The presence of a binge drinking history, anemia, leukopenia, and elevated bilirubin levels is associated with high FIB-4 values.
Keyphrases
  • liver fibrosis
  • alcohol use disorder
  • heart failure
  • chronic kidney disease
  • combination therapy
  • ejection fraction
  • liver failure
  • smoking cessation