The Liver Meeting 2021-The Dance of a Cirrhotic Patient: Multidisciplinary Team Approach

The Dance of a Cirrhotic Patient: Multidisciplinary Team Approach

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Video Summary

Pharmacists play a crucial role in managing patients with liver disease, considering dosing adjustments, potential drug interactions, and risks associated with herbal supplements. Hepatotoxicity is a major concern with supplements, necessitating education and monitoring for adverse effects. The video also discusses liver transplantation, post-transplant care, and addressing complications like rejection and infections. A case study of a patient with cirrhosis and bacterial peritonitis highlights the high frequency of infections in such patients, emphasizing the need for early diagnosis and appropriate antimicrobial choices. The video stresses the importance of a multidisciplinary team approach in managing end-stage liver disease, addressing complications, and providing optimal patient care.

Keywords

Pharmacists

Liver disease

Dosing adjustments

Drug interactions

Herbal supplements

Hepatotoxicity

Education

Monitoring

Liver transplantation

Post-transplant care

Complications

Rejection

Infections

Cirrhosis

Bacterial peritonitis