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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology and Hepatology
  • Transplant Surgery
  • Pediatric and Adult Medicine

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  • Established Australia's first joint adult and pediatric intestinal transplant (ITx) program in 2009.
  • Program aims to provide life-saving ITx for irreversible intestinal failure (IF).
  • Analyzed outcomes of patients treated over the program's first 5 years.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the outcomes of patients referred to the Australian and New Zealand ITx program.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness and challenges of the ITx service.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of medical records for all referred IF patients.
  • Evaluated patient demographics, underlying diseases, nutrition support, and TPN complications.
  • Assessed current transplant program status.

Main Results:

  • 57 patients (35 adults, 22 children) referred; common IF causes: short bowel syndrome, pseudo-obstruction.
  • 70% had life-threatening PN complications (liver failure, sepsis, access issues).
  • 3 patients underwent ITx with 100% survival; 4 listed, 6 awaiting assessment; 4 died (sepsis, bleed); 2/3 deferred/rejected.

Conclusions:

  • ITx is a viable, life-saving option for IF patients in Australia and New Zealand.
  • Barriers include donor shortage and recipient donor-specific antibodies.
  • Increased awareness and early referral are crucial for program success.