Keeping Cirrhotic Patients Alive Without Transplantation | English || Prof. Dr. Javed Iqbal FAROOQI

Managing cirrhosis is complex and demands timely, proactive decisions. In countries where liver transplantation is not readily available, clinicians must rely on optimal medical therapy, early detection of complications, and structured follow-up. This lecture provides practical guidance on how to keep cirrhotic patients alive and stable for the longest possible time – using evidence-based strategies, real-life clinical cases, and practical tips. What this lecture covers: Early diagnosis & accurate staging (Child-Pugh, MELD) Preventing first decompensation Management of varices: Screening, beta-blockers, band ligation Ascites: Diuretics, paracentesis, albumin, TIPS considerations Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis: Diagnosis & prophylaxis Nutrition: Protein, calories, sarcopenia prevention Hepatic encephalopathy: Lactulose, rifaximin, precipitating factors HCC surveillance & timely intervention Vaccinations & infection prevention When to consider transplant referral Who is this lecture for? Physicians & gastroenterologists Internal medicine residents Hepatology fellows Emergency physicians Family doctors managing chronic liver disease This lecture Includes case-based scenarios, algorithms, and management plans. Ask questions in the comments. LIKE, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE for more medical education content. #Cirrhosis #LiverCirrhosis #CirrhosisManagement #LiverDisease #Ascites #VaricealBleeding #HepaticEncephalopathy #HCC #MedicalEducation #DoctorsTraining #ProfJavedIqbal #HealthEducation #Pakistan