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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aditya Govindavarjhulla, M.B.B.S. [2] Sudarshana Datta, MD [3]
Overview
Primary prevention of cirrhosis includes avoidance of causative agents such as alcohol, high doses of certain supplements (vitamin A, copper and iron) and vaccination against hepatitis. Adequate caloric intake, physical activity, prevention of high risk behaviors, screening of blood products and vaccination for Hepatitis B play an important role in primary prevention.
Primary Prevention
- Methods of primary prevention include:
- Alcohol avoidance
- Physical exercise
- Smoking cessation
- Adequate caloric intake
- Avoid excessive consumption of:
- Vaccination for Hepatitis B
- Education about hepatotoxins such as acetaminophen
- Prevention of obesity
- Screening of blood donors for Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C
- Familial screening for Wilson's disease, hemochromatosis
- Reduction of high-risk behaviors such as :
- Unprotected sexual intercourse
- Intravenous drug abuse
- Excessive alcohol intake
- Early diagnosis and treatment of chronic liver disease