Abstract:BACKGROUND Cirrhosis is a chronic disease of liver marked by degeneration of cells, inflammation and fibrous thickening of the tissue. It is a common cause of morbidity and mortality. Globally, the incidence of liver cirrhosis is on the rise. Therefore, the exact knowledge of aetiology, mode of clinical presentation, and pattern of development of complications of cirrhosis will help in optimal and costeffective control measures of this disease. We undertook this study to evaluate the cause and mode of presenta… Show more
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