Why Choose Trustwell Hospitals for Liver Transplant?
Caring with compassion and continued assistance in rehabilitation. Innovation, expertise, and empathy underpin the Trustwell Hospitals’ commitment to delivering world-class transplant services.
Who needs a liver transplant?
A liver transplant is being considered when a patient’s liver is already so damaged that it cannot carry out its essential functions of detoxification, synthesis of proteins, and production of bile. Common conditions requiring transplantation of the liver include:
The doctors usually consider transplant eligibility based on scores for the severity of liver damage, such as MELD, and comprehensive health evaluations.
Types of Liver Transplants
Trustwell Hospitals offers a range of transplant options to suit patient needs:
It involves the transplantation of a healthy liver from a deceased donor into the patient. DDLT is one of the most common transplant techniques today.
A part of the liver is taken from a living relative. LDLT reduces waiting time and provides predictable surgical scheduling.
It usually involves splitting the liver of one donor into two portions and transplanting them individually to different recipients, often an adult and a child.
Specialised transplant solutions are specifically designed for infants and children who suffer from congenital or metabolic liver disorders.
Liver Transplant Evaluation Process
A medical checkup before transplantation should be organised for the patient, as follows:
This assessment enables the determination of the patient’s eligibility for surgery, early identification of risks, and preparation for a successful transplant.
The Liver Transplant Procedure
The general length of a transplant surgery is 6–12 hours. It includes:
Postoperatively, the patient is transferred to the ICU for close monitoring. When stable, they are then transferred to a recovery ward where rehabilitation is initiated. Through it all, our multidisciplinary team ensures comfort, safety, and quick recovery.
Post-Transplant Care & Recovery
The long-term health of the liver after transplantation requires the following:
With proper care and following the medical plan, most patients return to their usual activities in 3 to 6 months.
Advanced Technology & Infrastructure at Trustwell Hospitals
Trustwell Hospitals boasts of every modern facility required in complex transplant surgeries:
Conditions Managed Before/After Transplant
Our specialists manage a range of conditions that affect the liver, including:
Long-term monitoring following the transplant prevents complications such as rejection of the organ, infections, and recurrence of liver disease.
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