Surgery and Liver Transplantation Workshop, Part 2

Nov 16 2024
Convention Center: Ballroom 6F
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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World Class Speakers

Rafik M Ghobrial, MD, PhD
Presenter

Rafik M Ghobrial, MD, PhD

R. Mark Ghobrial, Director J.C. Walter Jr. Transplant Center
James V Guarrera, MD, MD
Presenter

James V Guarrera, MD, MD

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
EF
Presenter

Erik Finger
David C Mulligan, MD, FACS, FAASLD, FAST
Moderator

David C Mulligan, MD, FACS, FAASLD, FAST

Yale University

Description

This session provides an overview of the strategies and indications for liver transplantation. Additionally, it covers advances in medical and surgical treatments that can expand the donor pool for liver transplantation and provide better patient outcomes. 

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Objectives

  • Summarize current data regarding outcomes of liver transplantation for non-HCC malignancies.
  • Describe the role of perfusion devices in expanding the organ donor pool and limitations, financial and otherwise.
  • Review technical advances in the conduct of operations including donor hepatectomy and liver transplantation.