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[Liver transplantation in childhood]
Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift
|August 29, 1986
Summary
This study analyzed pediatric liver transplantations between 1977-1985. Of 143 referred children, only 30 underwent liver transplantation, with a 5-year survival rate of 60.5%.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Hepatology
- Surgical Outcomes
- Transplantation Medicine
Context:
- Between 1977 and 1985, 143 children aged 6 months to 15 years were evaluated for liver transplantation.
- A defined examination protocol identified 102 children with a clear indication for liver transplantation.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the outcomes and survival rates of pediatric liver transplantation during a specific historical period.
- To assess the feasibility and success of liver transplantation in a pediatric cohort.
Summary:
- Out of 143 referred children, 30 underwent liver transplantation.
- Contraindications, delayed indications, or parental refusal were noted in 39 cases.
- The cumulative 5-year survival rate for transplanted children was 60.5%, with 21 survivors.
Impact:
- Highlights historical challenges and outcomes in pediatric liver transplantation.
- Provides data for comparison with contemporary liver transplant protocols.
- Informs understanding of long-term survival trends in pediatric liver disease management.