LIVER TRANSPLANT; COMPLICATIONS

This study compared two diabetes medications, dapagliflozin and sitagliptin, in 100 patients with diabetes who had undergone a liver transplant. Researchers wanted to see which drug was better at reducing fat buildup in the liver and improving body composition over 12 months. The…

This study tested whether a mindfulness-based therapy program could help people who have received a liver transplant. The goal was to see if the therapy improved their motivation and, most importantly, their consistency in taking the anti-rejection medications they need to stay h…

This study tested whether watching short clips from classic Turkish comedy films could help reduce pain and increase comfort for people recovering from a liver transplant. Researchers compared 120 patients who either watched the comedy clips or received standard care after their …

This study tested whether watching short clips from classic Turkish comedy films could help patients feel less anxious before liver transplant surgery. Researchers worked with 120 liver transplant recipients, measuring their anxiety levels and vital signs before and after watchin…

This study looked back at 300 past liver transplants to understand why livers from donors with fatty liver disease are more likely to be injured after surgery. Researchers analyzed stored tissue samples and medical records using advanced genetic techniques to compare fatty and no…

This study tested a non-invasive sensor to measure oxygen levels in the kidneys during liver transplant surgery. Researchers wanted to see if this real-time monitoring could help doctors spot early signs of kidney injury. The study observed 41 adult patients undergoing elective t…

This study tested a smartphone app to see if regularly checking on a child's quality of life after a liver transplant could become a normal part of their care. About 200 children and their parents used the app to answer questions about daily life and health. The goal was to see i…