Question 1

can i get free liver transplant ?

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Maybe: You live in a country with a socialized medical system, hence you might. The workings of your system might allow that, assuming you are a candidate. You really need to ask this of your primary md.

Question 2

how does  liver transplantation work?

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Long answer!: And far too lengthy for this space.  Check out this website

http://digestive.Niddk.Nih.Gov/ddiseases/pubs/livertransplant_ez/#1

for all the details.

Question 3

can i travel after a liver transplant?

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Yes: It is important to always take an adequate supply of medications with you.  You should not travel to 3rd world countries or be exposed to poor sanitary conditions as your anti-rejections medications make you susceptable to infection.

Question 4

how can  a liver transplant list work?

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State and federal: There is generally a state organisation for each region, and a federal  organisation. You can look up more detailed and accurate information at:   http://www.Unos.Org/

Question 5

how long will a liver transplant last?

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10 years: A transplanted liver usually has an average life expectancy of 10 years.

Question 6

can you tell me about liver transplant?

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Usually in cirrhosis: When the patient has severe cirrhosis and liver function is being lost if a compatible liver is available the end results are not bad considering need for immune suppression.  When hep b and c induce malignant growths in the liver, it is best to  with  microwave ablation of tumor.  If liver transplant done there is a possibility of recurrence from immunosuppressiont.

Question 7

how long can live after liver transplant?

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Liver transplant: There is no exact model to predict survival rates; however, there is a 58% chance of surviving 15 years. Failure of the new liver occurs in 10% to 15% of all cases. These percentages are contributed to by many complications such as early graft failure due to preexisting disease of the donated organ. Others include technical flaws during surgery. Hope my answer is of help.

Question 8

how risky/dangerous is a liver transplant?

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It depends: Liver transplant is more risky than most elective surgeries but it is also the only solution to address end stage liver failure.  Call your local transplant support group( s) and discuss your specific concerns with your txp ctr.

Question 9

who can answer liver transplant questions?

Accepted Answer

Lots of people: There are lots of great resources.  On the web, i would try http://www.Transplantliving.Org/.  Ask your primary care physician where the nearest transplant center is in your area.  Then, make an appointment with a hepatologist.  This is a liver specialist that helps determine whether you are a good candidate for a liver transplant.

Question 10

when is it too late for a liver transplant?

Accepted Answer

When: There is development of a large cancer or multisystem failure.

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