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ReviewClinical transplantation and research2025

Exploring the utility of near-infrared spectroscopy in liver transplantation: insights and challenges.

Ravshan Ibadov, Konstantin Semash, Mirshavkat Akbarov, Timur Dzhanbekov, Oybek Omonov, Azimjon Usmonov, Sardor Ibragimov

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Ravshan IbadovDepartment of Anesthesiology, Resuscitation, and Intensive Care, Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center for Surgery named after Academician V. Vakhidov, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0992-0802
Konstantin SemashDepartment of Minimally Invasive Pediatric Surgery, National Children's Medical Center, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5830-5235
Mirshavkat AkbarovDepartment of Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center for Surgery named after Academician V. Vakhidov, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7793-1810
Timur DzhanbekovDepartment of Minimally Invasive Pediatric Surgery, National Children's Medical Center, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8857-947X
Oybek OmonovDepartment of Endocrine Surgery, Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center of Endocrinology named after Academician Y. Kh. Turakulov, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8182-6052
Azimjon UsmonovDepartment of Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center for Surgery named after Academician V. Vakhidov, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1179-6835
Sardor IbragimovDepartment of Anesthesiology, Resuscitation, and Intensive Care, Republican Specialized Scientific and Practical Medical Center for Surgery named after Academician V. Vakhidov, Tashkent, Uzbekistan.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2876-411X

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Abstract

Maintaining adequate tissue perfusion and oxygen delivery to the transplanted liver is critical for positive patient outcomes. Near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) has emerged as a promising tool for evaluating graft function in liver transplantation, particularly in assessing tissue perfusion. This review consolidates current knowledge regarding the application of NIRS in liver transplantation, highlighting its potential for noninvasive, continuous monitoring of liver perfusion and early detection of hemodynamic disturbances. Initial studies demonstrate the sensitivity of NIRS in evaluating liver oxygenation, with significant correlations observed between NIRS readings and biochemical markers of liver function. However, the effectiveness of NIRS can be influenced by factors such as subcutaneous fat thickness and patient positioning. Recent advancements also suggest that NIRS may assist in predicting graft fibrosis and other longterm complications. More extensive studies are required to establish standardized protocols and validate the clinical utility of NIRS in liver transplantation.

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Liver transplantationNear-infrared spectroscopyOxygenationRegional blood flow

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