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[Pediatric liver transplantation].

Authors :
Jara P
Hierro L
Source :
Gastroenterologia y hepatologia [Gastroenterol Hepatol] 2005 Oct; Vol. 28 (8), pp. 493-508.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

There are no differences in results between pediatric liver transplantation and liver transplantation in adults. The reverts of the liver disease prior to transplantation (particularly the need of intensive care is the best predictor of perspective mortality. Therefore, liver transplantation in children should be indicated prior a severe decompensation of the disease.

Details

Language :
Spanish; Castilian
ISSN :
0210-5705
Volume :
28
Issue :
8
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Gastroenterologia y hepatologia
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
16185585
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1157/13079008