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However, their use raises concerns about post\u2010transplant acute rejection (AR) based on data lacking information regarding standardized management pathways and notably perioperative protocols, including immunosuppression protocols and monitoring.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This study evaluated 59 LT recipients divided into three groups (two control groups), including 13 ICI\u2010exposed patients (third group). All groups followed a standardized immunosuppression protocol and monitoring embedded into an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocol, featuring basiliximab and steroid induction, early mammalian target of rapamycin inhibitor (mTOR) use, and reduced tacrolimus dosing.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Despite varied ICI washout intervals (median 36 days), no AR episodes were observed in any group. One\u2010year overall survival and recurrence\u2010free survival were 93%\/85% and 100%\/85% in standard patients, and 77%\/69% in ICI\u2010exposed patients, respectively. 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