American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases and Japan Society of Hepatology Joint Symposium: Navigating Bleeding Complications in Cirrhosis—Strategies for Effective Management

Nov 18 2024
Convention Center: Ballroom 6D
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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World Class Speakers

Juan Abraldes, MD
Presenter

Juan Abraldes, MD

University of Alberta
Tsuyoshi Ishikawa, MD, PhD
Presenter

Tsuyoshi Ishikawa, MD, PhD

Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine
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Moderator

Bilal Hameed
Hitoshi Yoshiji, MD, PhD
Moderator

Hitoshi Yoshiji, MD, PhD

Nara Medical University

Description

The American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases and the Japan Society of Hepatology joint symposium is a practical program geared toward both hepatologists and nonhepatologists that focuses on effective management of portal hypertension-related bleeding. The program reviews approaches to optimize patient outcomes by integrating diverse strategies for managing portal hypertension complications through collaborative learning exchanges. Presentation topics include strategies for the prevention of procedure-related bleeding; the latest approaches to managing cirrhosis-related coagulopathy and thrombocytopenia; and expert guidance on the treatment of esophageal and gastric variceal bleeding.

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Objectives

  • Review the assessment of risk for procedure-related bleeding and options for mitigating risk in diverse scenarios encompassing elective procedures, emergent procedures, and instances of active bleeding.
  • Outline the updated management strategies for gastroesophageal varices in the latest AASLD practice guidance.
  • Describe emerging treatment options for the management of gastroesophageal varices.
  • Explain insights gleaned from the Japanese approach to variceal bleeding management.