The Liver Meeting 2020-Academic Debates - Debate 1 Liver Transplantation in the Times of COVID-19: "To Transplant or Not to Transplant"

Academic Debates - Debate 1 Liver Transplantation in the Times of COVID-19: "To Transplant or Not to Transplant"

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In a lively and engaging debate on liver transplantation in the times of COVID-19, the Ohio State University team argued in favor of transplanting a patient with acute liver failure and asymptomatic COVID-19 infection, emphasizing the urgency and life-saving potential of the procedure. They highlighted the lack of absolute contraindications and the survival benefit for the patient. On the other hand, the University of Pennsylvania team opposed the transplant, focusing on the risks of COVID-19 transmission to staff, uncertainty of post-operative outcomes, and resource utilization during the pandemic. Both teams presented strong arguments and responded effectively to questions, demonstrating mastery of the topic and presentation skills. The Ohio State University team emerged as the winner with 70% of the audience vote.

Keywords

liver transplantation

COVID-19

acute liver failure

transplant urgency

survival benefit

contraindications

COVID-19 transmission

post-operative outcomes

resource utilization