liver transplantation
Liver transplantation is a surgical procedure that replaces a diseased or damaged liver with a healthy liver from a donor. This can be a living donor, who donates a portion of their liver, or a deceased donor, who has recently passed away. The procedure is often necessary for patients with severe liver conditions, such as cirrhosis or liver cancer.
After the surgery, patients require lifelong follow-up care and medications to prevent their body from rejecting the new liver. The success of a liver transplant depends on various factors, including the patient's overall health and the compatibility of the donor liver. With proper care, many recipients can lead healthy lives post-transplant.