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Predictors of Survival Following Liver Transplantation for Pediatric Hepatoblastoma and Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Experience from the Society of Pediatric Liver Transplantation

Researchers reviewed data from children who had liver transplant for two types of liver tumors: hepatoblastoma and hepatocellular carcinoma. Despite varying outcomes, the data support liver transplantation to treat advanced tumors.

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Single Center Case Series Highlights Successful Intra-Operative Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy for Pediatric Liver Transplant Recipients

Acute kidney injury is common in pediatric patients who need a liver transplant. Often used in adults, continuous renal replacement therapy can help stabilize pediatric patients during transplant.

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Primary vs. Salvage Liver Transplantation for Biliary Atresia: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Kasai hepatoportoenterostomy is the standard of care for children with biliary atresia to help relieve the bile duct blockage. Many children may still require a liver transplant. In this study, researchers compared the benefits of the Kasai procedure versus receiving a primary liver transplant.

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Cirrhosis of the Liver

What is liver cirrhosis? Learn about the signs, symptoms, tests, diagnosis and treatment of cirrhosis of the liver. Find out more about this disorder.

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Pediatric Transplant Program

Learn about our multidisciplinary approach and excellent outcomes in pediatric transplants of the liver, kidney and heart at the Transplant Program at Children's Colorado.

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Alyssa Goldberg, MD

Gastroenterology - Pediatric, Pediatric Transplant Hepatology, Pediatrics

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Pandemic Impacts on Liver Transplantation

A study of pediatric liver transplants during the COVID-19 pandemic found declining rates of transplantation likely due to ethical concerns, logistical challenges, fewer waitlist additions and racial and ethnic disparities.

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Alex: How He Got a Kidney and Liver Transplant Simultaneously

Learn more about how Alex Pidkalyuk's received two transplant surgeries in one day and what a difference this made on his life.