Korean J Gastroenterol.  2015 Mar;65(3):194-196. 10.4166/kjg.2015.65.3.194.

Nonselective beta Blockers in Decompensated Cirrhosis: When to Start and for How Long?

• Lee KW
• Jun DW

• KMID: 2373208
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4166/kjg.2015.65.3.194

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