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When Cirrhosis Becomes Decompensated: 7 Red Flags That Mean It’s Time to Consider a Liver Transplant

Many people live with cirrhosis for a long time without major symptoms. The liver slowly adapts, finds new ways to perform its functions, and keeps the body stable.

But when the liver can no longer cope, the condition becomes “decompensated cirrhosis.”

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Acute-on-Chronic Liver Failure (ACLF): Why It’s More Dangerous Than Cirrhosis

Many of our patients live with cirrhosis for years. The disease moves slowly, and with the right treatment, the liver continues to function.

ACLF is different.

It’s a sudden collapse. A person who was stable last week can become critically ill within a few days. The liver stops working rapidly, and other organs start failing soon after.

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Whenever patients or families meet me to discuss a liver transplant, one of the first questions I hear is,

“Doctor, my MELD score is high. Does that mean I’ll get the surgery soon?”

The MELD score (Model for End-Stage Liver Disease) is indeed important, but it’s not the only factor we consider. A successful transplant requires more than a number — it needs a patient who is medically ready, psychologically prepared, and socially supported. Continue Reading here