Neck artery scan may foretell danger during liver transplants

This study investigates whether measuring the thickness of the carotid artery (a major artery in the neck) before surgery can help predict blood pressure swings and complications during liver transplant operations. Researchers will measure carotid artery thickness using a simple, non-invasive ultrasound in 54 adults scheduled for a liver transplant. They will then track how blood pressure and the need for medications to support blood pressure change during surgery. The goal is to see if this quick scan can identify patients who need extra monitoring or proactive treatment to keep their blood pressure stable during the procedure.