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Why would a child need a Liver Transplant?

by | Jun 10, 2020 | Q & A's Pediatric Transplant

Liver patients are susceptible to various infections and diseases, making it paramount for liver patients to take complete care.

If an individual is planning for a short distance travel by bike or car or train, he must consult his doctor and do as advised.

Things to keep in mind for short or long distance travel:
1. Consult your doctor before traveling: Individuals with liver disorders may be more susceptible to travel-related illnesses and should consult a health care professional at least 6-8 weeks before departure.

2. Things travellers should carry: Traveller’s should bring a basic first-aid kit with them that is specific to their destination. Insect repellents, medications, and oral rehydration solutions to treat traveller’s gastrointestinal symptoms, alcohol gel to clean hands when no hand washing facilities are available, condoms, and basic wound dressings/antiseptics items that may be included.

3. Carry your supplies of food:
People with certain liver diseases may be prescribed a restricted diet, such as one that is high in protein, low in salt, low in fat, or sugar-free. These diets might be tough to stick to when traveling; having a stock of appropriate snacks on hand can assist.

For Long duration National / International Travels:

2. Travel health insurance: Traveller’s should obtain comprehensive travel health insurance and disclose any pre-existing medical issues; an additional premium payment may be necessary.

1. Research Advanced medical facilities: Medical facilities in larger hospitals with specialized staff are frequently required to treat liver disorders. Travellers should research the health facilities available at their destination before their trip in case of illness.

Vaccination: Hepatitis A and B vaccinations are especially important for travellers with chronic (long-term) liver diseases. Infection with these viruses can result in significant consequences.

Malaria: It can cause serious consequences in traveller’s who have certain liver diseases. Some antimalarial medications are not recommended for poor liver function; professional advice may be required.

Pre-travel preparation
Individuals with liver conditions who intend to travel should be encouraged to thoroughly research their destination and discuss the suitability of their proposed trip with a healthcare professional, ideally before booking.

Ensure to carry all medications

Fitness Certificate: Traveller’s with liver disease may experience consequences that impact their ability to fly, such as hepatic encephalopathy or a proclivity for bleeding. For a patient with jaundice (yellow skin and eyes), a doctor's fitness to fly certificate may be required to board a flight, indicating that they are not infectious to other passengers.

Travel concerns:
Due to the prolonged immobility associated with travel, some passengers are at a higher risk of venous thromboembolism. Travellers, people with active cancer, and recently undergoing surgery are all at higher risk.

Avoid the following: Freshwater fishing, kayaking, rafting, and swimming are all activities that can expose you to Leptospira, a bacteria that can cause liver inflammation. Traveller’s with pre-existing liver illnesses are at a higher risk.

Vaccination:
Routine vaccines should be up to date for travellers with liver illness. Live vaccinations, such as yellow fever, MMR, BCG, and oral typhoid, are contraindicated (cannot be given) in immunocompromised people (those with a weakened immune system), such as those who have had a liver transplant or who are on steroids for autoimmune hepatitis.

Hepatitis A
All patients with severe liver disease should be immunized against hepatitis A, regardless of the reason. Immunization works well for patients with mild liver disease, with response rates equivalent to healthy people.

00:00 Intro
00:46 Precautions during travelling after transplant
03:00 Things to carry during travelling
04:00 What to eat during travelling
05:30 Common issues and its solutions
09:00 Summary

You can watch our previous video: https://youtu.be/T__SUWrjRkc
The language used in this video is #Hindi.

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Visit website: https://thelivertransplant.com/

About Dr.Bipin Vibhute and this channel:
______________________________________

Dr. Bipin Vibhute is the program director of the Center for Organ Transplants, Sahyadri Hospitals ( Pune, Nashik & Karad ). He is famous for his outstanding surgical skills, great patient rapport, down-to-earth nature, and infectious smile.

Through this channel, we are bringing a lot of information related to the liver, its various diseases, and some important information. So, stay updated, subscribe, like, and share our channel.

Thanks!

The language used in this video is #Hindi.

Previous Video on SUPERFOOD for Better Liver Health: https://youtu.be/YAWqZxK0zgc

Visit website: https://thelivertransplant.com/

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Dr. Bipin Vibhute is the program director of the Center for Organ Transplants, Sahyadri Hospitals ( Pune, Nashik & Karad ). He is famous for his outstanding surgical skills, great patient rapport, down-to-earth nature, and infectious smile.

Through this channel, we are bringing a lot of information related to the liver, its various diseases, and some important information. So, stay updated, subscribe, like, and share our channel.

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    Why would a child need a Liver Transplant?

    by | Jun 10, 2020 | Q & A's Pediatric Transplant

    Liver patients are susceptible to various infections and diseases, making it paramount for liver patients to take complete care.

    If an individual is planning for a short distance travel by bike or car or train, he must consult his doctor and do as advised.

    Things to keep in mind for short or long distance travel:
    1. Consult your doctor before traveling: Individuals with liver disorders may be more susceptible to travel-related illnesses and should consult a health care professional at least 6-8 weeks before departure.

    2. Things travellers should carry: Traveller’s should bring a basic first-aid kit with them that is specific to their destination. Insect repellents, medications, and oral rehydration solutions to treat traveller’s gastrointestinal symptoms, alcohol gel to clean hands when no hand washing facilities are available, condoms, and basic wound dressings/antiseptics items that may be included.

    3. Carry your supplies of food:
    People with certain liver diseases may be prescribed a restricted diet, such as one that is high in protein, low in salt, low in fat, or sugar-free. These diets might be tough to stick to when traveling; having a stock of appropriate snacks on hand can assist.

    For Long duration National / International Travels:

    2. Travel health insurance: Traveller’s should obtain comprehensive travel health insurance and disclose any pre-existing medical issues; an additional premium payment may be necessary.

    1. Research Advanced medical facilities: Medical facilities in larger hospitals with specialized staff are frequently required to treat liver disorders. Travellers should research the health facilities available at their destination before their trip in case of illness.

    Vaccination: Hepatitis A and B vaccinations are especially important for travellers with chronic (long-term) liver diseases. Infection with these viruses can result in significant consequences.

    Malaria: It can cause serious consequences in traveller’s who have certain liver diseases. Some antimalarial medications are not recommended for poor liver function; professional advice may be required.

    Pre-travel preparation
    Individuals with liver conditions who intend to travel should be encouraged to thoroughly research their destination and discuss the suitability of their proposed trip with a healthcare professional, ideally before booking.

    Ensure to carry all medications

    Fitness Certificate: Traveller’s with liver disease may experience consequences that impact their ability to fly, such as hepatic encephalopathy or a proclivity for bleeding. For a patient with jaundice (yellow skin and eyes), a doctor's fitness to fly certificate may be required to board a flight, indicating that they are not infectious to other passengers.

    Travel concerns:
    Due to the prolonged immobility associated with travel, some passengers are at a higher risk of venous thromboembolism. Travellers, people with active cancer, and recently undergoing surgery are all at higher risk.

    Avoid the following: Freshwater fishing, kayaking, rafting, and swimming are all activities that can expose you to Leptospira, a bacteria that can cause liver inflammation. Traveller’s with pre-existing liver illnesses are at a higher risk.

    Vaccination:
    Routine vaccines should be up to date for travellers with liver illness. Live vaccinations, such as yellow fever, MMR, BCG, and oral typhoid, are contraindicated (cannot be given) in immunocompromised people (those with a weakened immune system), such as those who have had a liver transplant or who are on steroids for autoimmune hepatitis.

    Hepatitis A
    All patients with severe liver disease should be immunized against hepatitis A, regardless of the reason. Immunization works well for patients with mild liver disease, with response rates equivalent to healthy people.

    00:00 Intro
    00:46 Precautions during travelling after transplant
    03:00 Things to carry during travelling
    04:00 What to eat during travelling
    05:30 Common issues and its solutions
    09:00 Summary

    You can watch our previous video: https://youtu.be/T__SUWrjRkc
    The language used in this video is #Hindi.

    #liver #liverhealth #TravelTips #livercare #DrBipinVibhute #liverhealth #healthylifestyle #healthyliver #liverdisease #nutrition #healthyfood #drbipinvibhute #livertransplant #posttransplant #organtransplant #livertransplantsurgery #
    Visit website: https://thelivertransplant.com/

    About Dr.Bipin Vibhute and this channel:
    ______________________________________

    Dr. Bipin Vibhute is the program director of the Center for Organ Transplants, Sahyadri Hospitals ( Pune, Nashik & Karad ). He is famous for his outstanding surgical skills, great patient rapport, down-to-earth nature, and infectious smile.

    Through this channel, we are bringing a lot of information related to the liver, its various diseases, and some important information. So, stay updated, subscribe, like, and share our channel.

    Thanks!

    The language used in this video is #Hindi.

    Previous Video on SUPERFOOD for Better Liver Health: https://youtu.be/YAWqZxK0zgc

    Visit website: https://thelivertransplant.com/

    Don't forget to subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp_m...

    You can follow me on other platforms: Dr.Bipin Vibhute: https://www.facebook.com/livertranspl...

    Dr.Bipin Vibhute: https://www.instagram.com/drbipeenvib...

    About Dr.Bipin Vibhute and this channel: ______________________________________

    Dr. Bipin Vibhute is the program director of the Center for Organ Transplants, Sahyadri Hospitals ( Pune, Nashik & Karad ). He is famous for his outstanding surgical skills, great patient rapport, down-to-earth nature, and infectious smile.

    Through this channel, we are bringing a lot of information related to the liver, its various diseases, and some important information. So, stay updated, subscribe, like, and share our channel.

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    Liver and Multi-Organ Transplant Surgeon,

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      Reasons for Liver Transplant in Children

      Why would a child need a Liver Transplant?

      by | Jun 10, 2020 | Q & A's Pediatric Transplant

      Liver transplantation is a surgery performed to replace the malfunctioning liver of the recipient with the healthy liver of the donor. The donations may come from deceased or living organ donors. Most of the organ donors are cadaveric or deceased donors.

      A liver transplant is considered as an option when the liver ceases to perform its function adequately. In early ages, survival for a longer span after the transplant was poor. Advancement in technology, equipment, and anti-rejection medicines has increased the survival rate post-surgery in children.

      However, liver transplants in children are only recommended after the doctors have tried all other treatments to save the child’s liver. The most common disease in children who needs a liver transplant is biliary atresia. It is a childhood disease that develops in the bile ducts preventing bile from passing from the liver into the intestines.

      Other disease that may cause liver failure includes:

      • Acute liver failure- It is a disease that occurs rapidly when the liver starts to lose its function. It is less common than chronic liver diseases.
      • Chronic liver failure- It is a long term liver disease that grows slowly compared to acute liver diseases. It is recurring and persistent in nature.
      • Chronic hepatitis- It is characterized as inflammation or infection of the liver mostly caused by hepatitis B and C viruses. It lasts for 6 months or more than that.
      • Primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC): PSC is a disease that causes inflammation and scarring of the liver and gallbladder. It is generally seen in the bile ducts that allow the bile to drain from the gallbladder. It results in the narrowing of the bile ducts.
      • Alagille syndrome- It is a genetic cause of liver diseases in children. It can affect multiple organ systems of the body like the liver, heart, and kidneys, causing the bile ducts to narrow.
      • Hepatoblastoma- Hepatoblastoma mostly occurs during the first three years of a child’s life. It a cancerous tumor that develops through immature liver cells. Liver transplant is recommended as a treatment to remove the cancerous tumor from the body of infants and children
      • Alpha-1- antitrypsin deficiency- It is a hereditary disease and most frequent genetic reason for liver and lung failure in children. It can lead to hepatitis, scarring, or cirrhosis.
      • Tyrosinemia- Tyrosinemia or tyrosinaemia occurs when both the parents carry the genes. It is an inborn disease caused by an enzyme deficiency. When tyrosinemia is untreated, it results in severe liver disease and liver failure.
      • Familial cholestasis- Familial cholestasis also known as progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) is a disorder that leads to liver failure. The individuals with familial cholestasis develop a build-up of bile in the liver cells causing liver diseases and thereby leading to liver failure.
      • Wilson disease- In Wilson’s disease, copper accumulates in the liver and other parts of the body. It is a rare genetic disorder that causes liver failure.

      Apart from these entire factors, the rarest cause of liver failure is liver cancer. It is when the malignant tumor starts to build in or on the liver. In this case, surgery remains the only option to remove the tumor.

      Considering all these conditions and functionalities, it is necessary for a child to undergo a liver transplant to treat these diseases and conditions that have damaged the liver or caused it to work improperly.

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