Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Code
K72.1
Chronic liver failure
Definition
Liver failure that develops slowly and gradually for some time, possibly for years, often as the result of cirrhosis, or malnutrition.
Also known as end stage liver disease, end stage liver disease (decompensated liver disease), end-stage liver disease, ESLD — per MONDO
Also identified as
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Liver | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |