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  • 2015 marked a significant year for liver transplantation in the United States.
  • Previous years saw increasing waitlists and mortality, particularly for patients with Hepatitis C virus infection.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze key developments and trends in adult and pediatric liver transplantation in the US during 2015.
  • To assess changes in waiting list dynamics, transplant volumes, and patient outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of national liver transplant data from 2015.
  • Comparison of 2015 data with previous years to identify trends.

Main Results:

  • The US performed the largest number of liver transplants to date in 2015.
  • Reductions observed in median waiting time, waitlist mortality, and number of candidates on the waiting list.
  • Decreased numbers of new candidates and transplants for Hepatitis C virus infection; increased prevalence of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and alcoholic cirrhosis.
  • Continued improvement in graft survival rates for adult and pediatric liver recipients.
  • Pediatric liver transplants remained high, with a record number of living donor transplants.

Conclusions:

  • 2015 demonstrated positive trends in liver transplantation, including increased volume and improved outcomes.
  • Shifting disease etiologies necessitate ongoing adaptation in transplant strategies.
  • Sustained improvements in graft survival highlight advancements in transplant care for both adults and children.