Prolonged Field Care Podcast 216: Acute Liver Failure

In this episode, Dennis and Doug discuss acute liver injury, its causes, recognition, and management. They explore the liver's vital functions, the implications of liver injury in shock situations, and the importance of early recognition and treatment. The conversation also touches on the role of supplements and heat injury in exacerbating liver issues, emphasizing the liver's resilience and the need for vigilant care in critical situations.

Takeaways

The liver plays a crucial role in toxin clearance and blood metabolism.

Acute liver injury can result from hypoxia, heat stroke, and toxins like acetaminophen.

Recognizing signs of liver injury early can significantly impact patient outcomes.

Supportive care for liver injury includes maintaining glucose levels and managing coagulopathy.

The timeline for liver injury can vary, often showing signs later than other organ failures.

Preventing acute liver injury involves early recognition and treatment of shock.

Supplements can increase the risk of liver injury, especially in heat-related cases.

The liver's resilience allows it to withstand significant damage before showing dysfunction.

Monitoring lactate and glucose levels can help in diagnosing liver injury.

Effective resuscitation is key to preventing progression to severe liver injury.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Acute Liver Injury

02:58 Understanding Liver Functions and Injury

06:04 Recognizing Acute Liver Injury

08:57 Supportive Care for Liver Injury

11:47 Challenges in Managing Acute Liver Injury

15:04 The Timeline of Liver Injury

17:47 Preventing Acute Liver Injury

21:13 The Role of Supplements and Heat Injury

24:07 Conclusion and Key Takeaways

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