Role of traditional Chinese medicine in supporting liver transplantation outcomes.

Abstract

A recent article published by Virches et al highlights the psychological and physical challenges faced by caregivers and emphasizes the transformative role of liver transplantation. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) may serve as a complementary approach in this context, offering unique benefits such as immunomodulation, neuropsychological regulation, hepatoprotection, and quality-of-life enhancement. TCM's holistic principles and individualized treatments can improve post-transplant recovery, mitigate caregiver stress, and address long-term health risks like metabolic dysfunction. Further research into integrating TCM with conventional medicine could unlock new avenues for improving patient outcomes and caregiver well-being in liver transplantation settings.