Liver transplantation
- PMID: 3887614
- DOI: 10.1016/s0039-6109(16)43535-8
Liver transplantation
Abstract
Liver replacement has become a viable treatment option for select patients with severe acute or chronic hepatic failure. Evaluation of potential candidates is discussed along with current techniques for donor organ retrieval, recipient implantation, and postoperative immunosuppression.
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