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Medical Problems after Liver Transplantation

Abstract

With increasing survival after liver transplantation, the recognition and management of long‐term medical problems becomes increasingly important. Obesity, dyslipidemia, diabetes mellitus, hypertension and metabolic syndrome are common after liver transplantation. Compared to the nontransplant population, liver allograft recipients are at increased risk of developing cardiovascular events, a leading cause of late morbidity and mortality after transplantation. Consequently, early recognition and aggressive management of modifiable cardiovascular risk factors are important. Metabolic bone disease and hyperuricemia are also common after liver transplantation, and require early recognition and timely intervention to prevent or reduce associated morbidity. These medical problems, as well as issues regarding skin disorders and family planning, are discussed in this chapter.

Authors

Renner EL; Puglia M

Book title

Medical Care of the Liver Transplant Patient

Pagination

pp. 345-360

Publisher

Wiley

Publication Date

April 10, 2012

DOI

10.1002/9781444398441.ch31

Labels

Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)

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