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Beta-blockers alone or with isosorbide mononitrate for primary prevention in adults with cirrhosis and gastro-oesophageal varices

To assess the beneficial and harmful effects of beta-blockers alone or with isosorbide mononitrate versus placebo or no intervention for people with cirrhosis and gastro-oesophageal varices that have not bled.

This is a protocol.

Health topics:

Gastroenterology & hepatology > Varices (oesophageal or gastric) > Acute (& first time) bleeding oesophageal varices

Published:

15 May 2015

Authors:

Kimer N, Naver A, Thiele M, Krag A, Gluud L

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Kimer N, Naver A, Thiele M, Krag A, Gluud L. Beta-blockers alone or with isosorbide mononitrate for primary prevention in adults with cirrhosis and gastro-oesophageal varices. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2015, Issue 5. Art. No.: CD011691. DOI: 10.1002/14651858.CD011691