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World J Gastroenterol. Jun 7, 2008; 14(21): 3313-3327
Published online Jun 7, 2008. doi: 10.3748/wjg.14.3313
Table 3 Parameters independently associated with bad prognosis in different prognostic models based on a single point observation[16113119121123]
ParametersYaleEuropeanMayoGlasgowOsloLondon
Increase in serum bilirubin++++++
Decrease in serum albumin+++
Increase in PT (INR)+
Advanced age+++++
Hepatomegaly++
Ascites, fluid retention+++
Esophageal varices+
Gastrointestinal bleeding++
Cirrhosis++++
Cholestatic picture at histology++
Mallory bodies+