Hepatorenal Syndrome - Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which specialist treats hepatorenal syndrome?A gastroenterologist or hepatologist along with a nephrologist treats hepatorenal syndrome.
2. Is hepatorenal syndrome immediately fatal?
Not always. With advances in treatment of renal impairment and management of liver failure, the patient survival can be prolonged.
3. What is the cure for hepatorenal syndrome?
At present, a successful liver transplant offers the only chance of a cure in HRS.
4. What is the abdominal infection that increases the risk of hepatorenal syndrome?
Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis is an abdominal infection which increases the risk of developing hepatorenal syndrome. The infection occurs when a person has liver inflammation (cirrhosis) for a longer period of time.
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