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  • Hepatology and Transplant Surgery
  • Immunology and Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Liver transplantation (LT) is a primary treatment for diverse liver diseases in adults and children.
  • Hepatitis C (HCV) historically dominated LT indications, but direct antiviral agents are reducing this need.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current challenges and future directions in liver transplantation.
  • To explore strategies for organ utilization, immunosuppression, and emerging LT indications.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and synthesis of current research on liver transplantation.
  • Analysis of trends in liver disease etiology and transplantation outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Hepatitis C (HCV) related liver disease is decreasing as an LT indication due to effective antiviral therapies.
  • Non-alcoholic steato-hepatitis (NASH) is projected to rise significantly as a primary indication for LT.
  • Limited donor organ availability and the necessity for chronic immunosuppression remain critical obstacles for LT.

Conclusions:

  • The landscape of liver transplantation is shifting, with NASH emerging as a major indication.
  • Future efforts must focus on optimizing organ supply, advancing immunosuppression protocols, and identifying new LT candidates.
  • Effective management of HCV has transformed LT, necessitating adaptation to evolving liver disease patterns.