Liver Transplant
What is liver transplant?
A liver transplant is a complex surgical procedure that involves replacing a diseased or failing liver with a healthy liver from a donor. It is often considered a life-saving treatment for individuals suffering from end-stage liver disease (ESLD), cirrhosis, or acute liver failure. Common causes leading to the need for a liver transplant include chronic hepatitis B or C infection, alcoholic liver disease, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), autoimmune hepatitis, and certain genetic conditions. The donor liver may come from a deceased donor or, in some cases, a living donor who donates a portion of their liver. Following the transplant, patients typically require lifelong immunosuppressive medications to prevent organ rejection and must undergo regular monitoring to ensure the liver is functioning properly.
Indications
Patients need liver transplant due to multiple reasons. Few of those reasons are:
- Liver failure, which occurs when the liver is damaged to the point that it can't function normally
- Liver cancer
- Metabolic diseases
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Diseases that affect the bile ducts, such as primary biliary cirrhosis and primary sclerosing cholangitis
Who needs a liver transplant?
A liver transplant may be an option for people with liver failure or localized liver cancer. The benefits of the surgery must outweigh the risks. Some conditions that may require a liver transplant include:
- End-stage liver disease: Also known as decompensated cirrhosis.
- Acute liver failure: A sudden onset of liver failure.
- Chronic liver failure: A long-lasting condition that can be caused by viral hepatitis, alcohol abuse, or other diseases.
- Liver cancer: A serious condition that can be caused by hepatitis B or C, cirrhosis, or exposure to certain chemicals.
Other conditions that may require Liver Transplant include: Biliary atresia, Alcoholic hepatitis, Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) or nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), Metabolic diseases, Autoimmune hepatitis.
Each transplant hospital has its own criteria for accepting candidates. If accepted, you'll be put on a national waiting list that ranks recipients by need.
Who can donate liver?
A healthy adult between the ages of 18 and 60 who is willing to donate a portion of their liver can be a living liver donor. The donor must be in good physical and mental health, and have a compatible blood type with the recipient.
Eligibility requirements
- Have a body mass index (BMI) of less than 32
- Have no history of significant organ diseases, such as heart, kidney, or lung disease
- Have no history of hepatitis, cirrhosis, or HIV
- Have no history of active or chronic infections
- Have no history of active substance abuse
- Have no history of major mental health problems
- Be able to understand the risks of surgery and follow instructions for preparation and recovery
Evaluation process
A donor's liver is evaluated with imaging tests like an ultrasound, CT, or MRI. An independent assessor verifies that the donor's consent is voluntary and that they understand the procedure.
What are our services?
We are offering the following specialized services to all patients at renowned hospitals in India and Türkiye. Our organization is proudly partnered with multiple accredited hospitals across both countries, known for their strong reputations, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and patient-centric approach.
These hospitals provide a world-class healthcare environment with excellent ambience, comprehensive diagnostic and treatment facilities, and strict infection control protocols. Each center is equipped with advanced medical technology and a highly skilled multidisciplinary team capable of managing even the most complex cases. With a strong track record of successful outcomes, these hospitals ensure quality care at every step of the patient journey — from pre-treatment evaluation and surgery to post-operative care and long-term follow-up.