warm ischemia time

Warm ischemia time refers to the period when an organ or tissue, such as the kidney or liver, temporarily loses blood supply while still at body temperature. This often occurs during surgeries or organ removal procedures. During this time, the tissue receives no oxygen or nutrients, which can cause damage. Minimizing this duration is important because prolonged warm ischemia increases the risk of injury to the organ, impacting its future function and success in transplantation or recovery. It’s a critical factor in surgical planning to preserve tissue health.