The challenges in managing persistent ascites post-liver transplantation

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The webinar will specifically focus on Persistent ascites (PA) after liver transplantation (LT) as it affects approximately 10% of patients. Although relatively uncommon, it carries significant clinical implications due to its association with poorer outcomes.

Speakers:

-Dr. Inês Pessanha, pediatric surgeon. Hospital Pediátrico Unidade de Saúde Local de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
-Dr. Catarina Cunha, pediatric surgeon. Hospital Pediátrico Unidade de Saúde Local de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal

Learning outcomes: Systematize the causes of persistent ascites after liver transplantation Evaluate the importance of repeating the doppler studies with patients both supine and sitting to rule out a positional kinking Discuss the timing of intervention and how long it is acceptable to wait before deciding for a surgical intervention.