Split Liver Transplant

Coût minimum 17,000 USD

Coût moyen 17,500 USD

Coût maximum 25,000 USD

Type d'intervention

Surgical

Durée de l'intervention

3-4 Hrs

Séjour à l'hôpital (jours)

3-4 Days

What is a Split Liver Transplant?

A Split Liver Transplant is a specialized type of liver transplant surgery in which a single donor liver is divided into two functional parts and transplanted into two different patients. Usually, the larger portion is transplanted into an adult patient, while the smaller portion is used for a child. This procedure maximizes the use of one donor organ and saves more lives.

Duration of the Surgery

Split Liver Transplant is a lengthy and complicated procedure. On average, the surgery can take around 8 to 12 hours to complete. The exact duration may vary depending on the patient’s medical condition and any complications that may arise during surgery.

Médecins pour Split Liver Transplant in India

Dr Giriraj Bora

Artemis Hospital, Gurugram

Chief - Liver Transplant & Sr. Consultant - GI & HPB Surgery

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Dr Arvinder Singh Soin

Medanta Hospital, Gurugram

Chairman -Liver Transplant Surgeon

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Dr Subhash Gupta

Max Super Speciality Saket Hospital, New Delhi

Chairman - Centre for Liver & Biliary Sciences

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Hospital Stay After Surgery

After the transplant, the patient is usually kept in the ICU for 2 to 3 days for close monitoring of vital signs and liver function. Once stable, the patient is shifted to the general ward, where they may need to stay for another 2 to 3 weeks. Overall, the hospital stay generally lasts 3 to 4 weeks.

Recovery and Post-Operative Care

Following the surgery, patients are prescribed immunosuppressive (anti-rejection) medications to help the body accept the new liver. Strict monitoring of diet, hygiene, and physical activity is required in the first few weeks. With proper care, patients usually begin to resume normal activities within 2 to 3 months after the transplant.

Benefits of Split Liver Transplant

The greatest advantage of this technique is that a single donor liver can save the lives of two patients. This is particularly beneficial for children, who require smaller liver grafts. Additionally, Split Liver Transplant helps address the global shortage of donor organs, offering hope to more patients awaiting transplants.

Conclusion

Split Liver Transplant is a modern, life-saving solution for patients suffering from severe liver failure or liver-related diseases. While the surgery and recovery period may be demanding, the outcomes are highly successful when performed by skilled surgeons with proper post-operative care.