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ACG CLINICAL GUIDELINE: MALNUTRITION AND NUTRITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS IN LIVER DISEASE
American College of Gastroenterology
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Malnutrition, characterized by nutrient deficiency, excess, or imbalance, significantly impacts patients with liver disease, especially those with cirrhosis. The guideline emphasizes the importance of assessing malnutrition in these patients, as it adversely affects outcomes such as mortality and post-transplant success. Recommendations include dietary counseling for stable outpatients and nutritional supplementation for hospitalized patients, highlighting the need for adequate protein intake and specific micronutrient management.
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