Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3282790 | Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology | 2014 | 30 Pages |
Abstract
Paracentesis is underused for patients admitted to the hospital with ascites; the procedure is associated with increased short-term survival. These data support practice guidelines derived from expert opinion. Studies are needed to identify barriers to guideline adherence.
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Authors
Eric S. Orman, Paul H. Hayashi, Ramon Bataller, A. Sidney IV,