Liver transplantation is a complex surgical procedure. Here's a general overview of the process based on the provided information:
The liver transplant procedure generally involves these steps:
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Removal of the Diseased Liver: The surgeon will disconnect and remove your diseased liver from your body after cutting it off from its blood vessels.
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Donor Liver Examination: Your surgeon will check the donor liver before implanting it in your body to ensure it is suitable for transplantation.
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Donor Liver Implantation: The donor liver will be carefully placed in your body.
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Vascular Connections: The donor liver will be attached to your blood vessels. These vessels are crucial for supplying the liver with blood.
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Restoration of Blood Flow: Blood flow to your new liver will be started.
