ICU Primary PrepCast

#Epi 54 - ICU Primary - Bedside preparation Part 11 - Liver Physiology and pharmacology part 1

May 23, 2022
Explore the liver's crucial functions in storage, synthesis, metabolism, and detoxification, and its impact on drug metabolism in ICU settings. Learn about hepatic blood flow, cytochrome system, and drug clearance based on liver blood flow rates. Dive into the world of liver enzymes, focusing on the P450 enzyme system and the importance of enzymes like 3A4 and 2D6 in medication metabolism.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Exploring the Complex Functions of the Liver: Storage, Synthesis, and Metabolism
02:19 • 4min
3
Understanding the Liver's Detoxification and Excretory Functions
05:49 • 1min
4
Liver's Blood Supply and Drug Metabolism
06:59 • 9min
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Unraveling the Secrets of Liver Enzymes
16:20 • 9min