During the ongoing budget session of Gujarat Vidhan Sabha, issues were raised about deaths of patients after liver transplant in the last two years at the Institute of Kidney Disease and Research Centre (IKDRC) in the Asarwa Civil Hospital campus.

It was noted that approximately, 40% (around 54-56 patients) lost their lives after the liver transplant, indicating to a dangerous trend.

Of these, approximately 40% (around 54-56 patients) lost their lives after the transplant, making it a key topic of discussion.

The increase in post-transplant deaths has been attributed to various factors, including pneumonia, infections, donor organ inefficiency, infections from the liver donor, hepatic duct infections, tuberculosis, cancer, lung failure, and cardiac arrest.

Additionally, poor patient health, malnutrition, alcohol-related cardiomyopathy, advanced age, severe end-stage liver disease, and recent kidney injuries have also contributed to the high mortality rate following liver transplants.

According to a government report released recently, 2,634 kidney transplants and 469 liver transplants have been performed at the Kidney Hospital within the Asarwa Civil Hospital premises in Ahmedabad over the past nine years.

Out of these, 134 kidney transplant recipients and 173 liver transplant recipients died while undergoing treatment at the hospital. The report also mentioned that a committee was being considered to explore ways to reduce the post-transplant mortality rate.

Doctors emphasize that following a prescribed diet after kidney and liver transplants is crucial for recovery. However, many patients fail to adhere to the recommended diet, significantly increasing the risk of health complications.

It has also been reported that the hospital also lacks a system to monitor how many patients return for follow-ups after undergoing transplants.

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