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Evaluation of the pediatric patient for liver transplantation.

B. Zitelli,J. Malatack,J. Gartner,A. Urbach,L. Williams,Joanne W. Miller,B. Kirkpatrick

Published 1986 in Pediatrics

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In a 36-month period from 1981 to 1984, 209 pediatric patients were evaluated for liver transplantation. The purpose of the evaluation was to assess the severity and progression of the disease, anatomical suitability for transplantation, and psychosocial stability and to initiate family education. Of the 209 patients evaluated, 85 (41%) underwent transplantations and 64 (75%) survived at least 12 months. Thirty-four (16%) patients were not considered candidates for transplantation. The mean waiting period increased from 80.3 days to 232 days. Of 174 patients considered for transplantation, 41 (24%) died prior to surgery. A formal evaluation for liver transplantation permitted appropriate selection of candidates and provided education for informed consent. We also stress the need for greater participation in pediatric organ donation.

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