SRM Global Hospitals’ Institute of Liver and Gastro Sciences performs successful liver transplant

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Expert medical team overcomes patient’s heart problem, helps him get back on his feet

SRM Global Hospitals’ Institute of Liver and Gastro Sciences performs successful liver transplant

KATTANKULATHUR, SRM Global Hospitals has successfully completed a donor liver transplantation on a 56-year-old man. The man, suffering from End Stage Liver Disease, has now recovered well and is actively engaged in his daily routine.

The successful procedure, a result of a remarkable feat of medical expertise and dedication to patient care, is a significant milestone in SRM Global Hospitals, especially for its Institute of Liver and Gastro Sciences, said Dr. P. Sathyanarayan, President, SRM Global Hospitals.

The patient, hailing from New Delhi, had been grappling with End Stage Liver Disease for three years. At the time of his arrival at SRM Global Hospitals’ Institute of Liver and Gastro Sciences, he suffered from water retention in the abdomen, swelling on the legs, and significant weight loss – indicating his condition’s severity.

Institute of Liver and Gastro Sciences:

Procedures at the Institute of Liver and Gastro Sciences began with a thorough evaluation of his fitness for liver transplantation, a crucial step in ensuring its success. “We noticed that the patient had a triple vessel heart disease. We were not deterred by this additional complication and were able to address it promptly through a stenting procedure,” said Dr. Srinivasan, Senior Consultant, Surgical Gastroenterology, along with the team of doctors Dr. Rajesh, DM. Dr. Ramalingam, DM. (Medical Gastroenterologist) and Dr. Srinivasan MCH, Dr. Nirmal MCH (Surgical Gastroenterologist) SRM Global Hospitals’ Institute of Liver and Gastro Sciences.

Complex Procedure:

The patient waited patiently for a suitable organ for one month in Chennai. The liver, donated by a government hospital, paved the way for the “Deceased Donor Liver Transplantation” to commence. The intricate surgery, lasting around 10 hours, was performed by the skilled transplant team at SRM Global Hospitals, showcasing their exceptional expertise and commitment to patient well-being.

“Post-surgery, the patient exhibited a remarkable recovery and was discharged within two weeks. Today, he is in good health and actively engages in daily activities, demonstrating the transformative impact of the transplantation procedure,” added Dr. V.P.Chandrasekaran, Chief Operating Officer, SRM Global Hospitals.

Commitment to world-class care:

Dr. Sathyanarayanan said the successful procedure reflected SRM Global Hospitals’ pursuit of excellence and commitment to provide world-class, high-end medical and healthcare services. “In a short span of time, we have been able to bring about a drastic improvement in the quality of advanced treatment facilities to our patients,” he said while lauding the exceptional capabilities of the transplant team at SRM Global Hospitals’ Institute of Liver and Gastro Sciences.

Their seamless collaboration, dedication to patient care, and ability to navigate unexpected challenges reaffirmed SRM Global Hospitals’ commitment to treatment protocols, patient care, and safety, Dr. P. Sathyanarayanan said and added that our team of doctors performed 5 successful liver transplants within a short span of time.