Non-Selective Beta-Blockers in Cirrhotic Patients With Refractory Ascites: Where Are We?
Athina Gomes MAIA,
Luiz Felipe Nunes PALHARES,
Irina Gomes MAIA
et al.
Abstract:Background: The established use of non-selective beta-blockers (NSBB) in the primary and secondary prevention of esophageal varices has recently been questioned in the subgroup of patients with diuretic-refractory ascites. Objective: Critically analyze the body of evidence on the topic in order to assist clinical decisions. Methods: A literature review was carried out in the Pubmed® and Scielo® databases. In total, 20 articles between 2010 and 2023 were read by independent researchers. Conclusion: It remain… Show more
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