Hepatorenal Syndrome—Novel Insights into Diagnostics and Treatment
Krzysztof Badura,
Weronika Frąk,
Joanna Hajdys
et al.
Abstract:Hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) is a disorder associated with cirrhosis and renal impairment, with portal hypertension as its major underlying cause. Moreover, HRS is the third most common cause of acute kidney injury, thus creating a major public health concern. This review summarizes the available information on the pathophysiological implications of HRS. We discuss pathogenesis associated with HRS. Mechanisms such as dysfunction of the circulatory system, bacterial infection, inflammation, impaired renal autoreg… Show more
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