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Liver dialysis is a detoxification treatment for liver failure and decompensated liver. Liver dialysis is a process which removes toxins from the liver in order to sustain patients until a liver transplant can be done. Liver dialysis is considered a very temporary solution for transition to liver transplant. The act of liver filtration can be effective at removing toxins from the liver for several weeks to a few months, taking some of the strain off the ailing organ.

Purpose/Benefits of Liver dialysis
Liver detoxification is a treatment designed to remove toxins for patients with liver failure. This process is similar to dialysis and operates on the same principles, such as using a bioartificial liver device, which serves as an external liver support system.
  • Eliminating toxin buildup: In liver failure patients, toxins that are not removed due to liver dysfunction accumulate in the body. These include bilirubin, bile acids, and metabolic byproducts of amino acids and cytokines.
  • Reducing the liver's workload: Removing these toxins helps mitigate the adverse effects that exacerbate the disease.
  • Providing temporary support until liver transplantation: Liver detoxification extends the liver’s function, buying time until a transplant can be performed.
Liver detoxification serves as a temporary solution, allowing patients to manage liver failure symptoms for several weeks to a few months while waiting for a transplant, significantly improving survival chances during this period.
 
  • The liver plays a vital role in metabolizing nutrients like fats, carbohydrates, and proteins.
  • It removes toxins such as drugs, alcohol, and chemicals from the body.
  • Neglecting liver health can lead to diseases such as cirrhosis, fatty liver, or liver cancer.
  • Avoid dietary supplements that claim to detoxify the liver quickly without medical approval.
  • If you have underlying medical conditions or liver issues, consult a doctor before starting any detox program.
Last modify: December 12, 2024

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