Multiprofessional Critical Care Review: Pediatric 2024 (MCCRCP24ON)-Hepatic Failure and Organ Transplantation

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the topic of hepatic failure and organ transplantation. They cover several aspects including pathophysiology, common causes, clinical manifestations, and treatment options. They also discuss hepatic encephalopathy and its complications, such as cerebral edema and impaired cognition. The speaker describes the diagnostic criteria for hepato-renal syndrome and the treatment options, including vasopressin and renal replacement therapy. They also touch on complications of liver transplantation, such as hepatic artery thrombosis and biliary complications. The speaker emphasizes the importance of immunosuppression and discusses the risk of post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD) and the treatment options for PTLD, including reduction of immunosuppression and immunotherapy. The video also briefly mentions other complications and infections that can occur after liver transplantation. Overall, the video provides a comprehensive overview of hepatic failure and organ transplantation, covering its various aspects, including pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment.

Keywords

hepatic failure

organ transplantation

pathophysiology

common causes

clinical manifestations

treatment options

hepatic encephalopathy

complications

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