The Liver Meeting 2020-Transplant Surgery Workshop

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The presentation focused on the impact of COVID-19 on liver transplant patients and children with liver disease. Key points included a comparison of outcomes between liver transplant recipients and those with disease of the native liver. The data showed that liver transplant recipients were less likely to require ICU level care, mechanical ventilation, or have severe outcomes compared to patients with native liver disease. Risk factors for poor outcomes included age, obesity, and underlying liver conditions such as NAFLD. It was emphasized that obesity is a significant risk factor for severe outcomes and targeted weight loss interventions may help mitigate risks. The study highlighted the need for preventative measures, education, and addressing racial disparities in outcomes. Further data collection is necessary to inform optimal immunosuppression management and treatment strategies for pediatric liver transplant recipients and those with liver disease. The importance of promoting equity and advocating for improved outcomes for all children affected by liver disease and COVID-19 was underscored.

Keywords

COVID-19

liver transplant patients

children

native liver disease

ICU

mechanical ventilation

risk factors

obesity

NAFLD