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. 2024 May 1;37(5):22-27.
doi: 10.1097/01.JAA.0000000000000001. Epub 2024 Apr 25.

Acute liver failure

James Beck  1 , Jasleen K Bolina, Lisa H Boyd
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Acute liver failure

James Beck et al. JAAPA. .

Abstract

Acute liver failure, commonly caused by acetaminophen overdose, is associated with numerous systemic complications including cerebral edema, hypotension, acute kidney injury, and infection. Management is primarily supportive, with an emphasis on excellent neurocritical care. Although some antidotes and targeted treatments exist, the only definitive treatment remains orthotopic liver transplant.

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