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World J Gastroenterol. Oct 21, 2015; 21(39): 11027-11033
Published online Oct 21, 2015. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v21.i39.11027
Table 1 Possible predictors of post-transplant relapse
Good prognosis
Pre-transplantation abstinence > 6 mo (controversial)
Social support
Abuse vs alcohol dependence
Good adherence in a broad sense
Poor prognosis
Family history of alcoholism
Non-acceptance of diagnosis related to alcohol use
Comorbidity with other substance abuse (controversial)
Psychiatric history (psychosis, personality disorder)
Quantity of alcohol/d
Number of years of use