Current Challenges of Liver Transplantation in Iran

Reza F.Saidi, Seyed Mohammad Kazemaini, Reza Malekzadeh

Abstract


Liver transplantation (LT) is a lifesaving procedure and the treatment of choice for patients suffering from end-stage liver disease (ESLD).  There is increasing number of patients with ESLD in Iran. There is a need to expand and develop new centers to provide better access to LT for patients with ESLD in Iran.  This review will address current and future challenges for LT in Iran.


Keywords


Liver transplantation , Cirrhosis, Viral infections

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