Exploring Advances in Liver Medicine: Insights From the Experts

In this episode of Better Edge, Sean W. P. Koppe, MD, moderates a panel of hepatologist, featuring Laura M. Kulik, MD, Andres Duarte, MD, Sarang B. Thaker, MD and Amanda C. Cheung, MD, as they discuss recent advances and challenges in liver research. The conversation addresses such key issues as the timing of immunotherapy in relation to transplants, the role of albumin management and the implications of these factors on patient outcomes. This discussion offers valuable insights to fellow researchers and clinicians navigating the complexities of liver medicine.

The panel includes: 

• Laura M. Kulik, MD, Professor of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Radiology and Organ Transplantation at Northwestern Medicine.
• Andres Duarte, MD, Professor of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Organ Transplantation at Northwestern Medicine.
• Sarang B. Thaker, MD, Assistant Professor of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Northwestern Medicine.
• Amanda C. Cheung, MD, Assistant Professor of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Northwestern Medicine. 

Research discussed: 

• Dr. Kulik: Intention-to-treat outcomes of patients with hepatocellular carcinoma receiving immunotherapy before liver transplant: The multicenter VITALITY study - Journal of Hepatology
• Dr. Thaker: Early Diagnostic Paracentesis Improves Outcomes of Hospitalized Patients With Cirrhosis and Ascites: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis - PubMed
• Dr. Cheung: Low-to-moderate alcohol consumption is associated with increased fibrosis in individuals with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease - Journal of Hepatology
• Dr. Duarte: Controversies regarding albumin therapy in cirrhosis - PubMed 

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