Early Prediction of Hepatic Decompensation in Cirrhosis Using Optimised <scp>XGBoost</scp> Models at the Initial Outpatient Hepatology Visit

Optimised XGBoost models demonstrated robust predictive accuracy for medium- and long-term hepatic decompensation among patients with compensated cirrhosis. These models may support early risk stratification and enable personalised management strategies to prevent clinical deterioration.