The Liver Meeting 2023-Acute On Chronic Liver Failure & Portal Hypertension SIG

Acute On Chronic Liver Failure & Portal Hypertension SIG

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Video Summary

The video transcript covers a session on portal hypertension, focusing on assessing clinically significant portal hypertension, predictive tools like HPPG measurements and non-invasive tests, treatment options including beta blockers and anticoagulants, and ongoing research in the field. The speakers discuss the regression of portal hypertension, therapeutic strategies, and the impact of TIPS in managing the condition. They also mention the importance of considering the etiology and type of decompensation in cirrhosis patients, as well as exploring the effectiveness of statins. The session emphasizes the need for ongoing research to refine predictive tools, address unmet needs, and explore emerging therapies in the management of portal hypertension and chronic liver disease. Overall, the importance of lifestyle modifications, addressing underlying liver disease, and managing comorbidities is highlighted for effective management of portal hypertension.

Keywords

portal hypertension

assessing

HPPG measurements

non-invasive tests

treatment options

beta blockers

anticoagulants

ongoing research

therapeutic strategies

TIPS

cirrhosis