2016
DOI: 10.4172/2161-1025.1000173
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The Strategy of Combining Antiviral Agent, Plasma Exchange and Transarterial Mesenchymal Stem Cell Transfusion in a Patient with Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) Related Acute-on-Chronic Liver Failure

Abstract: Acute on chronic liver failure (ACLF) is a newly recognized clinical entity with diverse etiology and an extremely high mortality rate. It may be rapidly fatal due to multi-organ failure. Liver transplantation (LT) is the best strategy for rescuing patients with ACLF. However, LT is not always possible due to donor shortage and/or high operation cost. The search for a strategy to provide temporary liver support and bridge the patients with ACLF to LT remains an important issue. Here, we report a case of hepati… Show more

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