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Donor liver attachment

Liver transplant - series

Hepatic transplant; Transplant - liver

Liver transplants can save the lives of people who might otherwise die. Approximately 75% of patients survive 3 years or more after the transplant. Major problems with any transplant include:

• Finding a healthy organ
• Transplant rejection
• Life-long need for immunosuppressive drugs, which weaken the body's ability to fight infections
• Cost

The recovery period averages 12 weeks. Move legs often to reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis. Resume normal activity as soon as possible. Consult your doctor before returning to normal activities.

Review Date: 05/08/2006
Reviewed By: Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.