Expert Liver Transplant Care
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What Is Liver Transplant?
A liver transplant often marks a new beginning for patients with end-stage liver disease, acute liver failure, or specific types of liver cancer. While the transplant surgery is performed by surgical teams, entire expert care before and after surgery is led by expert hepatologists.
Dr. Chetan Kalal- First DM Hepatologist of Maharashtra, internationally recognized for his hepatology expertise, guides patients through evaluation, surgical coordination, and lifelong follow-up to optimize outcomes
Ensures rigorous pre‑transplant assessments
Provides personalized and long-term post‑transplant care
When Is Liver Transplant Done?
- End‑stage cirrhosis from chronic hepatitis B, C, NASH, or alcohol-related liver disease
- Acute liver failure, often linked to viral infections or medication toxicity
- Liver cancer (HCC) within transplant criteria when surgical removal isn’t feasible
- Genetic or metabolic disorders such as Wilson’s disease or hemochromatosis causing irreversible liver damage
When Is Liver Transplant Done?
- End‑stage cirrhosis from chronic hepatitis B, C, NASH, or alcohol-related liver disease
- Acute liver failure, often linked to viral infections or medication toxicity
- Liver cancer (HCC) within transplant criteria when surgical removal isn’t feasible
- Genetic or metabolic disorders such as Wilson’s disease or hemochromatosis causing irreversible liver damage
What Happens During the Liver Trnsplant Procedure?
Pre Transplant Evaluation
with comprehensive labs, imaging, and health optimisation to ensure readiness.
Coordination with surgical team
to align timing and logistics for optimal safety and transplant success.
Post-Transplant Care
involving close monitoring, immunosuppressant management, and infection prevention.
Long term follow up
including regular assessments, medication adjustments, and support for lifestyle and nutritional choices.
Restores liver function and enhances lifespan
With expert-guided care, liver transplant offers renewed health, energy, and improved quality of life for patients with severe liver disease.
Cirrhosis due to Chronic Hepatitis or NASH
Progressive liver scarring from long‑standing hepatitis or fatty liver disease often advances to liver failure, necessitating transplant as the only curative option.
Alcohol‑Related Liver Disease
Long-term alcohol damage may result in irreversible liver dysfunction; transplant offers a life-saving solution when other treatments fail.
Acute or Acute‑on‑Chronic Liver Failure
Sudden severe liver injury on severe underlying disease requires urgent transplant planning and expert management to enhance survival chances.
Liver Cancer (HCC) within Criteria
For patients whose tumors meet transplant criteria, offering both removal of cancer and restoration of liver function.
Why Choose Dr. Chetan Kalal for Liver Transplant Care?
Dr. Chetan Kalal is a distinguished hepatologist and transplant physician: he holds the First DM Hepatologist of Maharashtra title and has international recognition through trial involvement and multiple AASLD awards. His care is rooted in research, experience, and global-standard practice.
First DM Hepatologist of Maharashtra
A pioneering qualification that reflects unmatched leadership and expertise in hepatology and transplant medicine
Pre‑ & Post‑Transplant Management
Offers personalized coordination across evaluations, surgery planning, and long-term maintenance for transplant patients.
Advanced Patient-Focused Care
Combines medical precision with compassionate support ensuring patients feel informed, safe, and supported throughout their journey.
Strict medication adherence particularly immunosuppressive therapy to prevent rejection.
Frequent follow‑up appointments for blood tests, imaging, and clinical evaluation to monitor liver function.
Temporary side effects from medications, including fatigue or susceptibility to infections, which are managed under expert supervision.
Lifestyle adaptations, including personalized diet, exercise guidelines, and abstaining from alcohol to support long-term liver health.
What to Expect After the Procedure of Liver Transplant
Post‑transplant recovery involves ongoing care and adjustment. Patients typically experience:
Ready for the liver transplant journey?
Speak with Dr. Chetan Kalal today to begin expert-guided transplant care tailored to your needs.
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