Initiation of liver transplantation in bangladesh: report on the first two successful cases.
J Health Popul Nutr
; 32(4): 696-700, 2014 Dec.
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ABSTRACT
Liver transplantation (LT) is the treatment of choice for patients with end-stage liver disease (ESLD). Chronic liver disease due to many causes is prevalent in a significant percentage of the Bangladeshi population. Until recently, liver transplantation facilities were not available, and ESLD patients were dying without treatment. Liver transplantation is a complex procedure that requires integrated and organized approach by a multidisciplinary team. The initiation of liver transplantation in Bangladesh has faced many difficulties. These difficulties have been encountered and overcome in phases. We have successfully performed the first two living-donor liver transplantations (LDLTs) in Bangladesh. The recipient of the first LDLT was a 42-year man with cryptogenic cirrhosis, and the second one was a male of 35 years, suffering from HBV cirrhosis. Both the recipients and donors are doing well and relishing the prospect of a normal life. These two successful liver transplantations are milestones in the development of liver transplantation services in Bangladesh.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Trasplante de Hígado
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Enfermedad Hepática en Estado Terminal
Límite:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
País/Región como asunto:
Asia
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Health Popul Nutr
Asunto de la revista:
CIENCIAS DA NUTRICAO
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GASTROENTEROLOGIA
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SAUDE PUBLICA
Año:
2014
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Article