02/12/2025
Dr. Shailendra Lalwani (Director & HOD, Liver Transplant, HPB & GI Surgery) explains the critical indications and complications of liver disease that necessitate a liver transplant.
A liver transplant is typically needed when a patient suffers from Cirrhosis and develops life-threatening complications. These complications, which serve as indications for a transplant, include:
Jaundice (Yellowing of the eyes and skin)
Ascites (Water accumulation in the abdomen)
Hematemesis (Vomiting blood)
Hepatic Encephalopathy (Going into a state of unconsciousness)
Hepatorenal Syndrome (Effect on the kidneys)
Hepatocellular Carcinoma (Development of cancer in the liver)
If you or a loved one are experiencing these symptoms due to advanced liver disease, it is crucial to consult a liver transplant surgeon immediately.
Dr shailendra lalwani : DIRECTOR AND HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT, LIVER TRANSPLANT & GI SURGERY
Contact Details: 99901 16705