Liver transplantation.
Liver transplantation has evolved from an experimental procedure to an acceptable therapy for end-stage liver disease. The major challenges now faced are donor organ shortage, long-term complications related to immunosuppressive therapy, and the prevention and treatment of disease recurrence.
Hepatobiliary and Liver Transplant Unit, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge CB2 2QQ.
Kathryn L
KL
Nash
Alexander E S
AE
Gimson
D006084:Graft Rejection / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D007165:Immunosuppression Therapy; D007239:Infections / Q000209:etiology; D016031:Liver Transplantation; D018579:Patient Selection; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology; D011379:Prognosis; D012008:Recurrence; D012086:Reoperation; D014019:Tissue Donors