The Liver Meeting 2023-Thomas E. Starzl Liver Transplant State of the Art: Alcohol-associated Liver Disease: Transplant Triumphs and Challenges

Thomas E. Starzl Liver Transplant State of the Art: Alcohol-associated Liver Disease: Transplant Triumphs and Challenges

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Sumit Asrani delivered the Thomas E. Starzl state-of-the-art lecture on Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease and Liver Transplantation. He discussed the historical significance of alcohol consumption in society and its link to liver disease. Dr. Starzl played a pivotal role in establishing liver transplantation as a standard treatment for advanced liver disease, including ALD. Asrani highlighted the evolution of liver transplantation for ALD over the years, stressing the importance of alcohol use disorder (AUD) care integration. He discussed the challenges in predicting relapse post-transplant and advocated for a structured approach in patient evaluation and monitoring. The future of liver transplantation for ALD lies in integrating AUD care, enhancing patient selection processes, and redefining success post-transplant. Asrani emphasized the need for healthcare systems to invest in comprehensive care for ALD patients, moving towards preventive strategies and personalized care.

Keywords

Sumit Asrani

Thomas E. Starzl

Alcohol-Associated Liver Disease

Liver Transplantation

Alcohol Use Disorder

Patient Evaluation