Cirrhosis is characterised by the formation of regenerative nodules in liver parenchyma surrounded by fibrous septa due to chronic liver injury. It occurs due to necrosis of liver cells followed by fibrosis and nodule formation. Cirrhosis is the final stage of chronic liver disease and has many causes including viral hepatitis, excessive alcohol intake and non alcoholic steatohepatitis. Liver cirrhosis effects the quality of life and patient survival. Cirrhotic patients are in need of early diagnosis and careful follow up to prevent further complications.This review article covers the clinical aspects of cirrhosis and its management strategies.