⚠️ Can You Die from a Liver Transplant? Yes, a liver transplant — like any major surgery — carries risks, including the risk of death. However, when performed in expert centers, the survival rate is very high, especially compared to the risk of dying from end-stage liver failure without transplant. ________________________________________ 📊 Survival Rates After Liver Transplant Time After Transplant Survival Rate (Global Average) 1 year ✅ 85–90% 5 years ✅ 70–75% 10+ years ✅ 60–70% (with good care) These numbers improve significantly in high-volume, specialized transplant centers like Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai under the care of Dr. Chetan Kalal. ________________________________________ 🛑 Risks That Can Lead to Complications: Risk Area Possible Issues During Surgery Bleeding, anesthesia complications Early Post-Surgery Infections, bile leaks, graft rejection Long-Term Side effects of immunosuppressants (diabetes, BP, kidney issues) ________________________________________ 🧑⚕️ Dr. Chetan Kalal’s Expert Insight: “A liver transplant is never done lightly. But for a patient with decompensated cirrhosis or liver cancer, the risk of not doing the transplant is usually far greater. With proper timing, preparation, and post-operative care, most patients go on to live long, full, and meaningful lives.” ________________________________________ ✅ How Risk is Minimized: • Pre-transplant fitness evaluation (heart, lungs, infection screening) • Top surgical and ICU protocols • Lifelong follow-up, medication monitoring • Strong patient and caregiver education ________________________________________ 📍 Realistic Hope: Transplant Saves Lives Most patients: • Return to normal life within 3–6 months • Work, travel, enjoy family time • Live 20+ years after transplant ________________________________________ 📞 Need Expert Evaluation or Second Opinion? 👨⚕️ Dr. Chetan Kalal, DM Hepatology India’s Liver Transplant Expert | Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai 🌍 Serving: India | UAE | USA | UK | Canada | Africa | Australia 🌐 www.drchetankalal.com 📱 +91 8506873687