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Living donor for liver transplantation

C E Broelsch1, M Burdelski, X Rogiers

  • 1Department of Surgery, University Hospital Eppendorf, University of Hamburg, Germany.

Hepatology (Baltimore, Md.)
|July 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Living related liver transplantation offers a viable solution for end-stage liver disease, with European centers reporting an 85% survival rate. This technique provides excellent quality grafts, enabling timely, elective procedures.

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Area of Science:

  • Hepatology
  • Transplantation Surgery
  • Organ Donation

Background:

  • Living related liver transplantation (LRTR) has been performed globally since 1989, primarily in the US and Japan.
  • This study introduces the first series of LRTR in Europe, addressing organ shortages.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report the outcomes of the first series of living related liver transplantation in Europe.
  • To discuss technical improvements and procurement details for successful LRTR.
  • To highlight the advantages of LRTR in managing end-stage liver disease, especially in pediatric cases.

Main Methods:

  • Twenty living related liver transplantation surgeries were performed over 13 months.
  • Detailed description of living donor liver procurement procedures.

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  • Analysis of patient survival rates and technical complications.

    • Main Results:

    • Overall patient survival rate of 85% was achieved.
    • Elective transplantations (n=13) had a 100% survival rate.
    • Technical complications included arterial thrombosis (1) and bile leaks (5), with subsequent improvements discussed. No intraoperative complications or need for heterologous blood transfusion.

    Conclusions:

    • Living related liver transplantation is an effective treatment for end-stage liver disease, particularly in children.
    • It offers a readily available, high-quality graft for optimal, elective transplantation.
    • LRTR can overcome cadaveric organ shortages and is crucial for regions with underdeveloped organ procurement systems.