Liver transplantation is performed in most major cities in the United States.
It is regarded as one of the most difficult operations that can be performed, and its success is highly dependent on the surgeon s experience and the medical team involved, including all support personnel. There must be a deep commitment by the hospital and the medical staff to have a successful outcome. Most importantly, the patient must be committed to the process, with the understanding that they will be taking multiple medications for the rest of their life, which often will be interrupted by doctor s visits, hospitalizations for liver biopsies, yearly evaluations, and possible complications. Liver transplantation is a lifesaving procedure, and it can restore years of productivity and enjoyment to life when the outcome is what we expect. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions concerning liver transplantation.