LIVER FAILURE

This study looked at how the HIV medication raltegravir works in people with HIV who also have end-stage liver disease and need a liver transplant. Researchers wanted to see how the drug interacts with anti-rejection medicines given after transplant. 14 participants were followed…

This study looked at 213 adults with severe liver disease who were being evaluated for a liver transplant. Researchers compared two different blood tests (cystatin C and creatinine) to see which one more accurately measures kidney function. The goal was to find a better way to de…

This study looked at 52 adults who had a living-donor liver transplant to see if using a microscope or surgical loupes (magnifying glasses) leads to fewer bile duct problems after surgery. The goal was to find out which tool helps reduce complications like leaks or narrowing of t…

This study looked back at 300 liver transplant cases to understand why livers with fatty deposits (steatosis) are more likely to get injured after transplant. Researchers compared tissue samples and medical records from recipients of fatty versus healthy donor livers. They used a…

This study collected brain signals from 162 patients with serious brain injuries to help develop new ways to measure pressure inside the skull without surgery. Researchers used an ultrasound device to record blood flow while also tracking standard pressure readings. The goal was …