Liver donation plays a crucial role in saving lives, particularly for individuals suffering from end-stage liver disease (ESLD). For these patients, liver transplantation often becomes the last resort, offering a chance for survival when all other treatments have failed. New Delhi: If you are living with liver disease, it can also lead to other health conditions later in life.
In India, the most common causes of acute liver failure (ALF) are hepatitis A and E viruses. Liver disease is a rising problem in India, affecting one in five adults and contributing to 18.3 per cent of the total deaths across the world.
Liver donation plays a crucial role in saving lives, particularly for individuals suffering from end-stage liver disease (ESLD). Dr Rohan Badave, Consultant of Medical Gastroenterology, at Manipal Hospital, Goa told News9 , “For these patients, liver transplantation often becomes the last resort, offering a chance for survival when all other treatments have failed. Unfortunately, there is a significant shortage of donor livers worldwide, leading to many patients tragically passing away while waiting for a suitable organ.
The importance of liver donation cannot be overstated, as it can literally save someone’s life.” Benefits of Liver Transplantation 1. Improved Quality of Life: One of the most immediate benefits of a successful liver transplant is the significant improvement in the patient’s overall quality of life.
The new liver enables the body to resume norma.