September 11th 2023.
On Monday, a remarkable medical feat was achieved at the Jaslok Hospital in Mumbai. A split cadaver liver donation surgery resulted in saving the lives of two persons suffering from end-stage liver disease.
The decision to donate the organs was taken by the family of a 54-year-old man who was suffering from an irreversible brain stroke and was declared dead on August 6 at Jaslok Hospital. The family wished to remain anonymous.
Doctors at Jaslok Hospital evaluated the medical condition of the brain dead patient, and after careful consideration, the deceased brother and wife consented to donate his organs including the heart, lungs, liver, and kidneys.
Two patients were identified to be recipients of the organ donation. The first was a 45-year-old male with cirrhosis who had been awaiting a suitable organ for three months. The second was a seven-year-old critically ill child at Wadia Children's Hospital at Parel who urgently needed a liver transplant.
The surgical team led by Dr A.S. Soin, director, Liver Transplant Programme at Jaslok Hospital, undertook the challenging procedure of splitting the liver into two functional lobes. The larger right lobe was transplanted into the adult recipient, while the smaller left lobe was transported to Wadia Hospital and transplanted into the pediatric recipient.
Dr Soin said that the Split Cadaver Liver transplantation is a testament to the expertise of their surgical team and the collaboration among various medical specialists. He also said that with the successful execution of this procedure, they hope to encourage further adoption of this practice in India to benefit patients in need.
Dr Aabha Nagral, Director Gastroenterology, Hepatologist and Liver Transplant Physician at Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre said, "Through the innovative technique of Split Cadaver Liver donation, we were able to transform tragedy into hope. The success of this procedure underscores the importance of a skilled surgical team and seamless coordination among medical professionals."
Dr Pravin Agrawal, Sr Consultant Liver Transplant & HPB Surgery at Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, said that this case highlights the profound impact of organ donation and reminds us of the importance of spreading awareness about this noble cause.
Both adult and paediatric recipients are currently in stable condition and on their way to recovery. This landmark procedure underscores the potential of innovative medical solutions to bridge the gap between organ demand and supply, offering renewed hope for patients awaiting life-saving transplants.
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