Abstract
With an increase in prevalence of alcohol abuse and obesity, cirrhosis is on the rise. To prevent progression to end-stage liver disease and liver failure, abnormalities must be picked up early. This article provides an overview of liver failure and how to approach investigation and management of patients at risk.
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