Plasminogen activator inhibitor is significantly elevated in liver transplant recipients with decompensated NASH cirrhosis.
Gloriany RivasBreianna Hummer-BairDmitri BezinoverZakiyah KadryJonathan StinePublished in: BMJ open gastroenterology (2021)
PAI-1 level is significantly elevated in decompensated NASH cirrhosis independent of other pro-haemostatic factors. This may explain the greater rates of venous thromboembolism in decompensated NASH cirrhosis. Future study focusing on prevention of venous thromboembolism in this population is paramount to improve patient-oriented outcomes given the high morbidity and mortality of venous thromboembolism and the significant impact it has on transplant candidacy.