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Pandemic drinking has led to more liver transplants

The need for liver transplants is increasing in younger patients.

February 27, 2024
An assortment of cocktails.

Dr. Clark Kulig, Transplant Hepatologist at Presbyterian/St. Luke's Transplant Center, discusses the increased incidence in liver disease since the pandemic.

Watch the Denver7 segment.

Learn more about the transplant center at Presbyterian/St. Luke's.

Published:
February 27, 2024
Location:
Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center

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