Global Delphi Consensus Defines Core Curriculum for Hepatology Training

456 experts agreed foundational hepatology training must prioritize liver test interpretation and non-invasive fibrosis assessment (DI=0). Strong endorsement for procedural skills: paracentesis, elastography, variceal screening/endoscopic therapy. 79.1% support formal research m…

• Two-round modified Delphi study with 456 expert panelists (78.7% completion rate).
• High consensus for core diagnostics, but significant regional variability in ultrasound and interventional skills, limiting universal applicability.
• Limitation: Recommendations based on expert consensus, not outcome data; implementation may vary in resource-limited settings.

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