Alcoholic Cirrhosis

Alcoholic cirrhosis is end-stage fibrotic nodular liver from chronic alcohol use, presenting with portal hypertension (varices/ascites), encephalopathy, and synthetic dysfunction. Treatment: complete abstinence; nutritional support; treat complications (nonselective beta-blockers/banding for varices; diuretics/paracentesis for ascites; lactulose/rifaximin for encephalopathy; antibiotics for SBP); screen for hepatocellular carcinoma (ultrasound ± AFP every 6 months); liver transplant evaluation; monitor nutrition/osteoporosis; follow-up.

Common Symptoms

Ascites; varices; encephalopathy; jaundice; end-stage liver

Causes and Pathogenesis

Chronic alcohol causes fibrosis/nodular regeneration and portal hypertension.

Treatment

Abstinence; nutrition; treat complications; screen HCC; transplant eval

Preventive Measures

Limit alcohol; early treatment of hepatitis/fatty liver.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Gastroenterology/Hepatology/Transplant/Critical-care department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.