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[Acute hepatic insufficiency and the artificial liver]
Revista De Chirurgie, Oncologie, Radiologie, O.R.L., Oftalmologie, Stomatologie. Chirurgie
|March 1, 1981
Summary
This review explores hepatic encephalopathy and liver regeneration, discussing prognosis for acute liver failure. It details various hepatic assistance methods, including the principles and materials for constructing an artificial liver.
Area of Science:
- Hepatology
- Biomedical Engineering
Context:
- Hepatic encephalopathy and liver regeneration are critical areas in liver disease research.
- Acute liver failure presents significant challenges in prognosis and treatment.
- Existing hepatic assistance methods have limitations, driving innovation in artificial liver development.
Purpose:
- To review current knowledge on hepatic encephalopathy and liver regeneration.
- To analyze prognostic criteria for acute liver failure.
- To present principles, techniques, and materials for artificial liver construction.
Summary:
- The review covers hepatic encephalopathy, liver tissue regeneration, and prognostic factors for acute liver failure.
- Various hepatic assistance methods are discussed, including dialysis, plasmapheresis, and liver transplantation.
- The construction of artificial livers using materials like charcoal, resins, and enzymes is detailed, with a focus on design principles and components.
Impact:
- Highlights the need for advanced hepatic support systems.
- Suggests the establishment of hepatic depuration centers for prophylactic care.
- Proposes the development of portable artificial livers for chronic hepatic failure management.