Liver failure is clinical condition which leads to fluid in tummy , repeated vomiting of blood , repeated infection in tummy fluid , altered senses and extreme weight loss.
Definative treatment of liver failure is liver transplantation
When we will remove your diseased cirrhotic liver and replaced with healthy liver.
There are two types of liver transplantation
The liver is a vital organ that plays a crucial role in filtering toxins and waste products from the blood, producing bile to aid in digestion, and storing glucose and other nutrients. In general, liver damage can be reversible if detected and treated early. However, in some cases, when the liver is severely damaged, a liver transplant may be the only option.
A liver transplant is considered when other treatments have failed to manage liver disease, or the liver has been damaged beyond repair. Some common reasons for liver transplant include:
Liver failure or end-stage liver disease caused by chronic liver diseases such as cirrhosis, hepatitis B or C, or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Liver cancer that cannot be treated by other means.
Certain inherited metabolic disorders that affect the liver, such as hemochromatosis or Wilson’s disease.
Acute liver failure caused by drug toxicity, infection, or autoimmune disorders.
The decision to undergo a liver transplant is made by a medical team that evaluates the patient’s overall health, medical history, and severity of liver damage. In most cases, the liver transplant is a life-saving procedure and is reserved for patients who have a high risk of dying without it.
A series of tests will help determine if you have medical issues such as significant heart or lung disease that may influence the outcome of a transplant.
You will also attend the Liver Transplant Education Counselling : this is a 1-hour class designed to explain the entire liver transplant experience, from the initial evaluation to discharge from the hospital after surgery. You cannot be placed on the liver transplant list until you and your caregivers have attended this class.
Every person’s case is discussed at our selection conference within 2 weeks of their initial evaluation. The committee will determine whether there is any additional testing required.
To be placed on the waiting list, you must:
Once your case has been reviewed and accepted for listing, the transplant coordinator will place you on the waiting list. You will be notified of your listing status via phone and letter.
The MELD score attempts to assess the person’s risk of dying before the liver transplant. The higher the MELD score, the sicker you are. The MELD score is assigned when you are listed and periodically updated thereafter.
The labs used for calculation include: bilirubin (liver function), INR (liver synthesis), sodium and creatinine (kidney function).
The score ranges from 6 to 40. If the MELD score is above 24, weekly labs are required to remain listed.
Click here to calculate your MELD score with the US Department of Health & Human Services MELD Calculator.
Usual waiting time is unpredictable but chance of getting liver is more once MELD score reach above 24
To remain active on the list, you must:
If you do not meet these requirements, you may be placed “on hold” and be unable to receive a transplant.
If you are on hold you cannot be offered donated livers. It is your responsibility to make sure testing is completed and the results are sent to our office.
You may also be placed on hold for:
You may be removed from the waiting list for several reasons:
Call if:
When you are added to the waiting list, please prepare for when a liver bcomes available by doing the following:
You will have adequate time to travel to the hospital. Your travel time will be considered while we are making arrangements for your surgery. Do not speed to the hospital and please wear your seatbelt.
Your Liver Patient Education Guide