Carbohydrate consumption and cirrhosis-related mortality: a prospective cohort study
In this prospective cohort study of 121 Iranian cirrhosis patients, higher intakes of total carbohydrates, sugar, glucose, fructose, and sucrose were associated with increased mortality risk over four years, while lactose intake was linked to lower mortality. However, the small sample size, single baseline dietary assessment, and observational design limit the ability to draw causal conclusions and generalize the findings to other populations. Further research with more robust methodology is needed to confirm these associations and explore the underlying mechanisms.
