Acute Liver Failure
A medical emergency. Critical-care hepatology can be the difference between recovery and transplant.
Symptoms to watch
- Rapid onset jaundice
- Confusion / drowsiness
- Reduced urine output
- Bleeding tendency
Our approach
- 01Immediate ICU-level care — airway, circulation, ICP monitoring as needed
- 02Identify and reverse cause (drug-induced, viral, autoimmune, vascular)
- 03N-acetylcysteine and supportive therapy
- 04Early transplant evaluation when criteria are met
Common questions
How quickly should I see a hepatologist?
Same day. Acute liver failure is a true emergency. Call the clinic line and head to the hospital immediately.