08-18-2005, 04:10 PM
28 y/o f with acetaminophen toxicity,Type 1 dm and major depressive disorder develops hepatic encephalopathy and hepatic failure on 6th day of hosp, she is comatose. CT scan brain shows diffuse swelling.Liver transplantation is contemplated.Which is true
A.DM 1 is a contraindication
B.Do not transplant as liver function will return to normal
C.proceed with transplant
D.depression is a contraind
E.the increased levels of acetaminophen will damage the new liver as well
A.DM 1 is a contraindication
B.Do not transplant as liver function will return to normal
C.proceed with transplant
D.depression is a contraind
E.the increased levels of acetaminophen will damage the new liver as well