In the past 15 years there has been continuous improvement in outcome after orthotopic liver transplantation (OLT). As such, the recognition and prevention of long-term post-OLT complications—rejection episodes, recurrence of underlying liver disease and the adverse effects of immunosuppression—have become ever more important. This Review suggests guidelines for the management of OLT recipients to improve long-term survival, overall outcome and health-related quality of life.
- Daniel Benten
- Katharina Staufer
- Martina Sterneck