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  • Anesthesiology
  • Transplantation Medicine
  • Organ Preservation

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  • Previous reviews have focused on liver transplantation updates.
  • Anesthesiologists play a crucial role in managing complex transplant cases.
  • Advancements in organ preservation and patient support are critical.

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  • To highlight recent advancements in liver transplantation relevant to anesthesiologists.
  • To discuss the implications of new techniques and ethical considerations.
  • To provide an updated overview for clinical practice.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and clinical practices in liver transplantation.
  • Analysis of emerging technologies like machine perfusion and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation.
  • Discussion of anesthetic management strategies and ethical considerations.

Main Results:

  • Machine perfusion (ex vivo and normothermic regional) increases organ availability and shows good outcomes.
  • Prompt extubation in pediatric liver transplant recipients improves results.
  • Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation offers support but carries significant morbidity risks.
  • Factor concentrates are emerging for managing coagulopathy in advanced liver disease.

Conclusions:

  • Anesthesiologists require a robust institutional framework for successful liver transplantation.
  • Awareness of ethical considerations surrounding organ transplantation is essential.
  • New perfusion techniques and management strategies can optimize patient outcomes.