Artificial liver support systems are medical devices designed to mimic the liver's detoxification, synthetic, and regulatory functions, providing temporary aid to patients with liver failure. These systems aim to bridge the time until liver regeneration or transplantation, thereby improving survival rates and patient outcomes.

Artificial Liver Support

Artificial liver support systems

Liver detoxification refers to the liver's natural process of filtering and breaking down toxins and waste products from the blood, primarily through two phases of enzymatic reactions. It is crucial for maintaining metabolic homeostasis and overall health, but the concept of 'detox diets' or supplements enhancing this process lacks scientific support.

Liver Detoxification

Synthetic liver functions

Regulatory functions of the liver

Temporary aid to patients with liver failure

Bridge to liver regeneration

Liver transplantation is a surgical procedure that replaces a diseased liver with a healthy liver from a donor, often used as a life-saving treatment for end-stage liver disease or acute liver failure. The success of the procedure depends on factors such as donor-recipient matching, post-operative care, and the management of immunosuppressive therapy to prevent organ rejection.

Liver Transplantation

Improving survival rates

Patient outcomes refer to the end results of healthcare practices and interventions, reflecting the impact on the health status, quality of life, and satisfaction of patients. Improving patient outcomes is a primary goal in healthcare, requiring a focus on evidence-based practices, patient-centered care, and continuous quality improvement.

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