Epidemiology Nearly 4.5 million people in the United States are living with chronic liver disease, while more than 40,000 deaths annually are attributed to chronic liver disease. Liver dysfunction affects multiple organ systems and increases the risk of perioperative morbidity…
Risk Chronic liver disease consistently the ninth most common cause of death in USA Male to female ratio: 2:1 African American to Caucasian ratio: 2:1 Perioperative Risks Jaundice per se poses no special risks; at least 25% present with severe…
Epidemiology Nearly 4.5 million people in the United States are living with chronic liver disease, while more than 40,000 deaths annually are attributed to chronic liver disease. Liver dysfunction affects multiple organ systems and increases the risk of perioperative morbidity…