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Case Reports
. 2014 Dec;32(4):696-700.

Initiation of liver transplantation in bangladesh: report on the first two successful cases

Mohammad Ali, Subash Gupta, S M A Zafar, Mamunur Rashid, Muhd Mustaque Husain, Hashim Rabbi, A H M Tanvir Ahmed, K M Akhtar, Hasina Alam
Case Reports

Initiation of liver transplantation in bangladesh: report on the first two successful cases

Mohammad Ali et al. J Health Popul Nutr. 2014 Dec.

Abstract

Liver transplantation (LT) is the treatment of choice for patients with end-stage liver disease (ESLD). Chronic liver disease due to many causes is prevalent in a significant percentage of the Bangladeshi population. Until recently, liver transplantation facilities were not available, and ESLD patients were dying without treatment. Liver transplantation is a complex procedure that requires integrated and organized approach by a multidisciplinary team. The initiation of liver transplantation in Bangladesh has faced many difficulties. These difficulties have been encountered and overcome in phases. We have successfully performed the first two living-donor liver transplantations (LDLTs) in Bangladesh. The recipient of the first LDLT was a 42-year man with cryptogenic cirrhosis, and the second one was a male of 35 years, suffering from HBV cirrhosis. Both the recipients and donors are doing well and relishing the prospect of a normal life. These two successful liver transplantations are milestones in the development of liver transplantation services in Bangladesh.

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Line of portal vein division
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Reconstruction of portal vein
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Interposition graft of MHV
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