Hepatorenal Syndrome - Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which specialist treats hepatorenal syndrome?

A: A gastroenterologist or hepatologist along with a nephrologist treats hepatorenal syndrome.

Q: Is hepatorenal syndrome immediately fatal?

A: Not always. With advances in treatment of renal impairment and management of liver failure, the patient survival can be prolonged.

Q: What is the cure for hepatorenal syndrome?

A: At present, a successful liver transplant offers the only chance of a cure in HRS.

Q: What is the abdominal infection that increases the risk of hepatorenal syndrome?

A: Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis is an abdominal infection which increases the risk of developing hepatorenal syndrome. The infection occurs when a person has liver inflammation (cirrhosis) for a longer period of time.