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REBOOT: #466 Cirrhosis Update with Scott...

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
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We have a classic episode for you. Update your approach to cirrhosis evaluation and management with Dr. Scott Matherly Associate Professor of Hepatology and Gastroenterology at Virginia Commonwealth University 

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Show Segments

  • Intro, disclaimer, guest bio
  • Case from Kashlak; Definitions
  • Cirrhosis Diagnosis and Initial Evaluation 
  • Cirrhosis Physical Examination 
  • Decompensated Cirrhosis Management 
  • Ascites and TIPS
  • MELD and transplant consideration
  • Outro

Credits

  • Written and Produced by: Elena Gibson MD
  • Infographic and Cover Art: Edison Jyang MD
  • Hosts: Paul Williams MD, FACP; Elena Gibson MD    
  • Reviewer: Emi Okamoto MD
  • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
  • Technical Production: PodPaste
  • Guest: Scott Matherly MD 


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