Podcast in English Podcast in Hindi Liver transplant rejection is a critical concern after liver transplantation (LT), where the recipient’s immune system may recognise the new liver as foreign and attempt to attack it. If not detected and treated early, rejection can lead to irreversible liver damage or graft loss. Analogy for patients: Think of … Read more
The history of liver transplantation is not just a chronicle of medical milestones—it is the story of human grit, sacrifice, and unshakable vision. At the heart of this journey stands Dr. Thomas Starzl, whose nearly five decades of relentless pursuit shaped the science of transplantation and its understanding of immunology, rejection, and surgical complexity. His … Read more
Introduction Pregnancy and Liver disease pose unique challenges that can impact both maternal and fetal outcomes. While many liver-related complications are rare, their clinical importance is high due to the potential severity if not promptly diagnosed and managed. Liver disease affects approximately 1.5% of all pregnancies. Over the years, improved understanding and advancements in medical … Read more
What is Autoimmune Hepatitis? Autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) is a chronic inflammatory liver disease where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its liver cells. This leads to ongoing liver inflammation, which, if left untreated, can result in cirrhosis, liver failure, or even the need for a liver transplant. Autoimmune Hepatitis can occur de novo in a … Read more
🧬 Introduction Fatty liver disease is now one of the most common liver conditions worldwide, silently affecting nearly 1 in 3 or 4 adults, often without any warning signs. Physicians describe it as a “silent epidemic.” You may be completely well while your liver is silently battling fat accumulation. Inflammation, fibrosis, cirrhosis, or even liver … Read more
Introduction: Is Liver Transplant Safe in Today’s World? Liver transplantation (LT) is a life-saving surgery that offers a second chance at life for patients suffering from end-stage liver disease, acute on chronic liver failure, acute liver failure, and liver cancer. The liver can be transplanted whole or in part because of its exceptional ability to … Read more
Introduction In India, rat poison—particularly that which contains yellow phosphorus—is one of the leading causes of acute liver failure. It is affordable, available, and deadly. The medical emergency known as Acute Liver Failure (ALF) is characterised by a fast decline in liver function in individuals who have never had liver illness before. Because of its … Read more
Introduction Viral Hepatitis – A Silent Epidemic Affecting Millions Worldwide. Numerous viruses can cause viral hepatitis, a common liver infection that has serious health repercussions. Even though it is common, little is known about it, which causes catastrophic liver damage and delayed diagnosis. Having worked as a liver transplant anaesthetist and critical care specialist for … Read more
Introduction “My mother’s scan says the liver is cirrhotic.”“There’s fluid in the abdomen—what does it mean?”“Is cirrhosis curable? Can we reverse it?” These are the kinds of messages I receive every week from patients and caregivers. Behind each one is anxiety, confusion, and often, a race against time. Cirrhosis of the liver is a chronic … Read more
Liver transplantation is a life-saving procedure, but it also marks the beginning of a new chapter—one filled with recovery, resilience, and adjustment to a ‘new normal.’ While the transplant offers a second chance at life, it comes with its own set of post-liver transplant complications that patients and caregivers must be prepared for. From managing … Read more