articleAlimentary Pharmacology & TherapeuticsJan 10, 2026HYBRID OA

Statin Therapy Independently Reduces Mortality and Liver Complications in Patients With Cirrhosis: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais · Universidade Federal de Juiz de Fora · +5 more institutions

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Abstract

Background

The role of statins in cirrhosis remains controversial. Historically restricted due to safety concerns, emerging evidence highlights potential pleiotropic benefits, though effects on mortality and decompensation remain uncertain.

Aims

To evaluate the effects of statin therapy on all-cause mortality, hepatic decompensation, hepatic venous pressure gradient (HVPG), and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) in cirrhosis.

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9

Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Observational study
  • Statin
  • Decompensation
  • MEDLINE
  • Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors
  • Randomized controlled trial
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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