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Artificial liver: present and future.

M Hori

    Artificial Organs
    |June 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary
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    The first biological artificial liver, a hybrid system using live animal livers, was developed in 1956. A successful human trial in 1958 treated hepatic coma, paving the way for modern artificial liver research.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Hepatology
    • Regenerative Medicine

    Background:

    • The development of artificial liver support systems began in Japan in the early 1950s.
    • Early research focused on hybrid systems, integrating biological components with artificial devices.

    Observation:

    • The first biological artificial liver, a cross-hemodialyzer with a live dog liver, was tested in 1956.
    • In 1958, a human patient in hepatic coma received a hybrid artificial liver utilizing multiple dogs' livers and auxiliary reactors.

    Findings:

    • The initial human trial demonstrated successful recovery from hepatic coma.
    • Despite early success, progress in artificial liver technology stagnated until recent advancements in blood purification and hybrid organ concepts.

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    Implications:

    • This historical research highlights the foundational role of hybrid systems in artificial liver development.
    • Current research, including a Japanese national project, is returning to hybrid organ concepts, integrating modern technology for improved artificial liver function.