Nutritional Status In Frail Cirrhotic Patients Undergoing Liver Transplantation

The liver is the largest and most important metabolic organ, playing a pivotal role in the integration of biochemical pathways of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, and vitamins (1). End-stage liver disease (ESLD) has an important negative effect on nutritional status (2) and malnutrition is a common problem in patients waiting for liver transplantation (LT). The mean weight loss during ESLD is about 9 Kg and this contributes to further morbidities and mortality (3).