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Gastroenterology and Hepatology
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Preventive Care in Cirrhosis: 2026 ACG Clinical Guideline – A Practical Summary
A practical summary of prevention in cirrhosis, including portal hypertension, encephalopathy, infections, HCC surveillance, vaccination, nutrition and bone health.
2026 Pharmacological Management of MASH: Selecting, Starting and Monitoring Therapy
EASL–EASD–EASO guidance in practice: selecting eligible adults with non-cirrhotic F2–F3 MASH, choosing between resmetirom and semaglutide, and monitoring response and safety.
SBP Prophylaxis in Cirrhosis: Who Needs Primary vs Secondary Prevention — and When Should It Be Stopped?
Long-term antibiotics can prevent spontaneous bacterial peritonitis in selected patients with cirrhosis, but treatment and withdrawal decisions require careful risk–benefit assessment.