Liver Transplant Flashcards

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What is meant by orthotopic liver transplant?

A

When the entire liver is transplanted from a deceased donor to a recipient

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What is meant by living donor liver transplant?

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When a portion of the liver is taken from a living donor and transplanted into the recipient (both regenerate to become two fully functioning organs)

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What is meant by split liver donation?

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When the liver from a deceased donor is split into two and transplanted into two recipients (both parts regenerate to become two fully functioning organs)

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4
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What are the indications for liver transplant?

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  • Acute liver failure
  • Chronic liver failure
  • Specific cases of hepatocellular carcinoma
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What are the most common causes of acute liver failure?

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  • Acute viral hepatitis

- Paracetamol overdose

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How long must a patient with chronic liver failure secondary to alcohol use be abstinent from alcohol to be considered for liver transplant?

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At least 6 months

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What kind of scar may be visible in a patient who has has a liver transplant?

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  • Rooftop scar

- Mercedes Benz scar

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