Liver Transplant Surgery in Delhi by Dr Sandeep Jha
What is Liver Transplant and how is it performed?
Old non-functioning liver is removed and the new donor liver is placed. Donor liver can be complete or partial depending upon the type of donor it is received from. If the liver is from a dead person, it is transplanted as a whole, however if the donor liver is from a family member, only a part of the liver is used. As the liver has the power to generate itself again, both the livers in the donor and the receiver develop to become a whole liver without any difficulty. The major reason behind the liver transplant is the chronic liver disease and liver cancer that lead to liver damage eventually. Know more about the liver diseases, their symptoms and treatment in Delhi by Dr. Sandeep Jha.
Living Donor Liver Transplant (LDLT) – As the name suggests, living donor liver transplant is taken from a living donor who is a family member in most cases. Both portions of the liver grow to its full size within a few months, however the shape of the liver may vary. The living donor liver transplant provides great life expectancy and is the perfect treatment for liver failure as the deceased donors are not always available. Children and younger adults mostly received the living donor liver transplant as their parents are quite likely to get matched. Dr. Sandeep Jha has performed many liver transplants with his talented liver team with successful outcomes.
Deceased Donor Liver Transplant (DDLT) – In this type of liver transplant, the donor of the liver is deceased. The complete liver is taken from the donor after the consent of his/her family. The liver of only the brain-dead patients is viable for transplant. The recipient must receive the liver within 24 hours of the harvesting of the donor liver. Dr. Sandeep Jha’s team keeps its liver transplant patients on the priority list so that they can be called when a donor liver is available. Deceased donor liver transplants are also very successful and the life expectancy of the receiver and the quality of life increases considerably.
Pediatric LDLT – In case of liver failure in children, the mother is the primary donor of liver. These living donor liver transplants are quite successful if the baby is not having any other diseases. Most cases of pediatric liver failure are due to biliary atresia or some genetic hepatic condition. In most pediatric live donor liver transplant cases performed by Dr. Jha, the children as well as the donors are perfectly alright with normal liver function.
ABO-Incompatible LDLT – When the blood group of the donor is different from the blood group of the receiver, then it is known as ABO incompatibility. It used to be impossible to receive the liver from a mismatched donor in the past. However with new advancements in medical science, we are now able to transplant the liver from a different blood group donor if all other criterias match.
Emergency LDLT for Acute Liver Failure(ALF) – Emergency living donor liver transplant in acute liver failure has been proven to be life saving for acute liver failure patients. The living donor must have a good match with the receiver ALF patient. It is the best method to treat acute liver failure with good life expectancy and better quality of life. Dr. Sandeep Jha is an expert in the emergency living donor liver transplant.
Simultaneous Liver-Kidney Transplant – The patients suffering from end stage kidney disease along with cirrhosis of liver can get benefitted from the simultaneous liver-kidney transplant. Commonly known as SLK, it is a boon for patients suffering from both liver and kidney diseases. In this surgery, both the liver and the kidney are transplanted in one surgery. The transplant rejection rate is lower, the expense is lower than the two different surgeries as well as the outcome. Simultaneous liver kidney transplant is a long and major surgery that needs an expert like Dr. Sandeep Jha. Take his opinion by booking an appointment here.
Acute Liver Failure Management – If the acute liver failure is due to any drug or food (mushroom) poisoning, then the medicines are given to reverse the effect of the poisonous substance. Drug is removed from the liver and the healing time is given to the liver to make it function normally. In case, the liver has suffered irreversible damage, then liver transplant is the only option. Meanwhile, the patient is being monitored for liver infections, abnormal bleeding, fluid buildup in the brain and adequate nutrition.
Right/Left Hepatectomy – Hepatectomy is the removal of liver, it can be partial or complete. In the partial hepatectomy or partial resection of the liver, the portion of either the right or the left side is removed. Right or left hepatectomy is the treatment of choice in case of liver cancer, trauma, infection, parasitic cysts in liver or liver tumors. Most liver cancers arise from colorectal cancers. In these surgeries, the patient’s liver is saved and the diseased part is removed. The removal of the diseased part helps in saving the rest of the organs.
Right/Left Trisegmentectomy – Liver trisegmentectomy is a complex procedure performed by only the experienced liver surgeons in Delhi. Dr. Jha is capable and well-skilled in performing this procedure. In the right or left trisegmentectomy, about 3 segments of the liver are removed either from the left or right side, depending upon which one is diseased. The three segments in right trisegmentectomy consists of the right lobe and one segment of the left lobe. The left trisegmentectomy includes the left lobe and one segment of the right lobe. This surgery is a safe and very effective way to ensure good blood supply and viability of the remaining small part of the liver.
ALPPS procedure – ALPPS procedure stands for Associating Liver Partition & Portal Vein Ligation for Staged Hepatectomy. It is performed when the cancer is so spread out that the tumour becomes inoperable. Then ALPPS procedure is then performed to remove some part of the cancer and to promote the growth of the liver so that the whole cancer can be removed later.
Roux-en-y Hepaticojejunostomy – When the bile duct is removed, the liver and jejunum are connected directly to let the bile drip into it. This surgery bypasses the bile duct and the liver gets connected to the middle part of the small intestine directly. This surgery is performed in cases of cancer, gallbladder removal, liver transplant, biliary trauma etc. The patient can resume normal activities earlier but the full recovery requires about 6 weeks or more. Heavy lifting and sports activities are avoided in the meantime.
About Dr Sandeep Jha
Dr. Sandeep Jha is the best GastroIntestinal Surgeon in Delhi and has an experience of more than 15 years in this field. Dr. Sandeep Jha practices at his Clinic Care & Cure situated at C17, opposite Indian Bank, near SBI BankMalviya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110017. He has worked at Nirvan Superspeciality Clinic in Sheikh Sarai, Delhi and BLK Super Speciality Hospital in Pusa Road, Delhi. He completed MBBS from University College of Medical Sciences & GTB Hospital, New Delhi in 2006,MS – General Surgery from G B Pant Hospital / Moulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi in 2010 and DNB – Surgical Gastroenterology from National Board Of Examination in 2016.
He is a member of Delhi Medical Council. Some of the services provided by Dr Sandeep Jha are Liver Transplant Surgery, Liver Disease Treatments, Gall Bladder Surgery, Pancreas Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgeries, Laser Fissure Surgery,Hemorrhoids Treatment,Stoma Care,Minimally Invasive Surgery and Laparoscopy etc.
Among the finest Gastro-Onco and Liver Transplant surgeon in Delhi, Dr Sandeep K Jha in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, Delhi is known for offering excellent patient care. Dr Sandeep Jha holds an experience of more than 15 years and has extensive knowledge in the respective field of medicine. The clinic is located centrally in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, a prominent locality in the city. It stands close to Behind Central Market which not only makes it convenient for people from the vicinity to consult the doctor but also for those from other neighbourhoods to seek medical guidance. There is no dearth of public modes of transport to reach the clinic from all major areas of the city.
Dr Sandeep Jha is an esteemed member of ILTS( International Liver Transplant Society ), LTSI ( Liver Transplant society of India ), IASG( Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology), IHPBA-Indian Chapter ( International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association), ASI ( Association of Surgeonns of India ), SAGES ( Society of American Gastro and endoscopic Sugeons ) and this only adds to the credibility of the doctor. Services Offered: Dr Sandeep K Jha in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, Delhi has a well-equipped clinic with all the modern equipment. The clinic has separate waiting and consultation areas which allow enough space for patients to wait conveniently at the clinic. Being a specialized Gastro-Onco and Liver Transplant surgeon, the doctor offers a number of medical services. These include Gastro Intestinal Surgeon, Liver Surgery, Liver Resection, Intestine Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, Gi And Hpb Surgery, Anal Fissure Surgery among others. The doctor’s consultation fee is Rs. 500. The clinic is operational between 5 to 8 PM. Payments can be made via various modes like Cash, Credit Card, UPI, BHIM etc.
Liver Transplant FAQs
Liver Transplant FAQs
What is Liver Transplant?
When your diseased or non-functioning liver is removed and the donor’s liver is placed, it is known as a liver transplant. As the liver has the ability to regrow, the donor’s liver grows as well. Liver transplant patients recover pretty well and the donor’s liver functions quite well in most cases. The life expectancy of the patient and the quality of life improve many folds with liver transplant surgery.
Who Needs Liver Transplant?
Patients suffering from any kind of liver disease which is not treatable by medications or minimal invasive procedures, are in need of liver transplant. Liver cirrhosis patients, acute liver failure patients, non-alcoholic or alcoholic fatty liver disease, NASH patients and wilson’s disease patients are the candidates for liver transplant. Know more about Liver disease treatment in Delhi.
What are the types of liver transplants?
Liver transplant is of two types, deceased donor liver transplant and living donor liver transplant. Liver can be taken from a dead donor or a living donor. In a living donor liver transplant, about 60 percent of the liver is transplanted to the donor. In a deceased donor liver transplant, the whole liver is transplanted.
Who can Donate liver?
A person who is healthy and is a good match with the receiver, can donate liver to the patient. In most cases, the donor is a close relative of the recipient such as spouse, sibling, child, parents, grandparents etc. The donor has to go through some blood tests and x-rays to make sure that s/he is in perfect health.
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What is the Procedure for Liver Transplant?
It takes about 6 to 12 hours for the liver transplant procedure. The patient is given general anesthesia and will be unconscious during the surgery. A few tubes will be placed to breathe, clear the secretions and to drain the urine as well. The old diseased liver is removed and the donor liver is placed instead. Patient will be kept in the ICU for a few days before shifting him/her to the room. Tubes will be removed after about a week. Patients will be discharged after 10 to 14 days after liver transplant surgery.
Why India for my Liver Transplant?
Liver transplant is legal in India and is performed only in registered hospitals in India. Dr Sandeep Jha is a registered liver transplant specialist in Delhi. Liver Transplant in India is legal and we have all the facilities available for the liver transplant. Advanced tests, latest equipment and better care is available in India at a much lesser cost than other countries like USA, UK, Dubai etc. That is why India is the preferred location for liver transplant all over the world.
Will I have to take Medicines after Transplant?
Liver transplant patients are given some immunosuppressants to avoid the rejection of the new liver by the body. Some medications will be given only during the hospital stay while some other medicines will continue till the rest of the patient’s life.
What will be my Life like after Liver Transplant?
Life slowly returns to normal as you recover from your liver transplant surgery. As your new liver starts functioning, your tubes will be removed consequently. You can start taking food that varies from liquids to semi-solids and solid food. You will be notified about the signs of rejection and infection, so you need to be careful about observing these signs so that the condition can be treated as soon as it arises.
What is the Liver Transplant Cost in India?
Dr Sandeep Jha is known for the genuine cost and best technique for liver transplant in India. He is one of the best liver transplant surgeons in India with great patient outcomes and recovery. There are no hidden costs and the gross liver transplant cost is revealed in the beginning of the treatment procedure.
What is the Success Rate Of Liver Transplant?
The success rate of liver transplant ranges from 85 to 90 percent of the surgeries. Most patients get discharged after two to three weeks and continue to live a normal and healthy life after their liver transplant surgery in Delhi by Dr Sandeep Jha. Get treated by the best liver transplant surgeon in Delhi India, Dr. Sandeep Jha today, you can book an appointment with him here.