Variceal bleeding in portal hypertension: bacterial infection and comparison of efficacy of intravenous and per-oral application of antibiotics - a randomized trial.
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| Year of publication | 2005 |
| Type | Article in Periodical |
| Magazine / Source | European journal of gastroenterology and hepatology |
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| Field | Other specializations of internal medicine |
| Keywords | liver cirrhosis; portal hypertension; variceal bleeding; bacterial infection; translocation; antibiotic therapy |
| Description | Bacterial infection was demonstrated in high percentage in patients with liver cirrhosis admitted to hospital. The administration of antibiotics is indicated in these patients. Intravenous application is probably of the same efficacy as per-oral one. |