Low-Dose Propranolol as Secondary Prophylaxis for Varix Bleeding Decreases Mortality and Rebleeding Rate in Patients with Tense Ascites

Low-Dose Propranolol as Secondary Prophylaxis for Varix Bleeding Decreases Mortality and Rebleeding Rate in Patients with Tense Ascites

Background and Aim: The risk and benefit of non-selective propranolol in patients with tense ascites are controversial. This study aimed to investigate the effect of propranolol as secondary prophylaxis on varix rebleeding and overall mortality in patients with tense ascites. Methods: This study use...

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Main Authors: Jin Hwa Park, Dae Won Jun, Jun Choi, Dong Hee Koh, Jai Hoon Yoon, Kang Nyeong Lee, Hang Lak Lee, Oh Young Lee, Byung Chul Yoon, Ho Soon Choi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-04-01
Series:Journal of Clinical Medicine
Subjects:
propranolol
ascites
mortality
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0383/8/5/573

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