Published with the inputs from Dr Mohamed Fawas N, Hepatologist & Liver Transplant Physician, Baby Memorial Hospitals- Kozhikode
A paediatric liver transplant is a life-saving surgery in which a child’s diseased or failing liver is replaced with a healthy liver (from a living or deceased donor). It is usually performed for children with end-stage liver disease, congenital liver conditions, or certain metabolic disorders. With modern techniques and expert care, paediatric liver transplantation offers excellent long-term outcomes and improved quality of life.
It is a surgical procedure where a child’s damaged liver is replaced with a healthy one, either from a living donor (usually a parent or close relative) or a deceased donor.
A liver transplant may be required for conditions such as:
Yes. Paediatric liver transplantation has become very safe with advanced surgical techniques, pediatric anesthesiology, and post-transplant care. Risks include infection, rejection, or surgical complications, but these are closely monitored and managed.
Outcomes are excellent in specialized centers:
Yes. With proper care, children can:
If your child has liver disease or is being evaluated for a liver transplant, the Paediatric Hepatology & Liver Transplant Team at Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH) provides advanced paediatric liver transplantation with expert surgical care, safe donor evaluation, and lifelong support for your child’s healthy future.
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