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World J Hepatol. Oct 27, 2023; 15(10): 1084-1090
Published online Oct 27, 2023. doi: 10.4254/wjh.v15.i10.1084
Dietary salt in liver cirrhosis: With a pinch of salt!
Ramesh Kumar, Sudheer Marrapu
Ramesh Kumar, Sudheer Marrapu, Department of Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna 801507, India
Author contributions: Kumar R designed the manuscript, collected data, and wrote the manuscript; Marrapu S collected data, and wrote the manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Ramesh Kumar, MD, Additional Professor, Department of Gastroenterology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, 4th Floor, IPD Block-C, Patna 801507, India. docrameshkr@gmail.com
Received: July 12, 2023
Peer-review started: July 12, 2023
First decision: September 11, 2023
Revised: September 21, 2023
Accepted: October 8, 2023
Article in press: October 8, 2023
Published online: October 27, 2023
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Core Tip

Core Tip: There are still many inconsistencies in the guidelines regarding salt recommendations for patients with liver cirrhosis. Although controlling ascites is the core tenet of salt restriction, there is insufficient data to back up this assertion. Moreover, the guidelines have no recommendations for minimum salt intake, even though too little salt consumption may have a variety of negative effects on patients with liver cirrhosis. To achieve optimal salt consumption in these patients, several factors need to be considered. This article discusses several important aspects of salt consumption in patients with cirrhosis.