Open AccessAbnormal Hematological Indices in Cirrhosis
Author(s) -
Amir Qamar,
Norman D. Grace
Publication year - 2009
Publication title -
canadian journal of gastroenterology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 1916-7237
pISSN - 0835-7900
DOI - 10.1155/2009/591317
Subject(s) - cirrhosis , medicine , incidence (geometry) , pathogenesis , hematological disorders , gastroenterology , clinical significance , immunology , optics , physics
Abnormalities in hematological indices are frequently encountered in cirrhosis. Multiple causes contribute to the occurrence of hematological abnormalities. Recent studies suggest that the presence of hematological cytopenias is associated with a poor prognosis in cirrhosis. The present article reviews the pathogenesis, incidence, prevalence, clinical significance and treatment of abnormal hematological indices in cirrhosis.
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