Question 1

Who are the top Liver Transplant Surgeons in Istanbul, Turkey offering online consultation?

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Listed below are some of the top Liver Transplant Surgeons available for online consultation in Istanbul, Turkey:Dr. Professor Mustafa BozbugaDr. Erdal KaraozDr. Akin AkakinDr. Yasemin Altuner TorunDr. Yasemin Aydinli

Question 2

Who are the top Liver Transplant Surgeons from other cities?

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Following are some of the best Liver Transplant Surgeons in other cities:TokatDr. Gursel BayramDr. Gulayse Funda AlbayrakDr. Gultekin GokceDr. Ibrahim MumcuogluDr. Ilkin GuliyevAltunizadeDr. Ahmet AlanayDr. E Hasan KarabulutDr. Osman GuvenDr. Necmettin PamirElazigDr. Mustafa Necati DagliDr. Fatma KayaDr. Typhoon KermenliDr. Ibrahim EgehanDr. Mehmet BulutSilivriDr. Ulker MoralarDr. Cagdas PamukDr. Mahmut Ercan CetinusAntalyaDr. Gulser G PinarDr. Murat BalogluDr. Oya Unsal ErbayDr. Koray O CoskunfiratDr. Firat Oruc

Question 3

Which are some of the best hospitals Liver Transplant Surgeons in Istanbul, Turkey are associated with?

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Given below are some of the most popular hospitals in Istanbul, Turkey where Liver Transplant Surgeons work:Medicana International Istanbul, IstanbulLiv Hospital Ulus, IstanbulAsya Hospital, IstanbulIstinye University Medical Park Gaziosmanpasa Hospital, IstanbulAcibadem Altunizade Hospital, IstanbulAcibadem International Hospital, IstanbulAcibadem University Hospital Atakent, IstanbulIstinye University Bahcesehir - LIV Hospital, IstanbulMedical Park Goztepe Hospital, IstanbulBaskent University Istanbul Hospital, IstanbulMemorial Atasehir Hospital, IstanbulMedicana Bahcelievler Hospital, IstanbulAcibadem Fulya Hospital, IstanbulMedipol Mega University Hospital, IstanbulI.A.U VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, IstanbulMedical Park Bahcelievler Hospital, IstanbulMedical Park Fatih Hospital, IstanbulMedicana Camlica Hospital, IstanbulMemorial Sisli Hospital, IstanbulHisar Intercontinental Hospital, Istanbul

Question 4

Which are some of the procedures performed by Liver Transplant Surgeons in Istanbul, Turkey?

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Some of the most popular procedures performed by liver transplant surgeons in Istanbul are:Liver transplant

Question 5

Which are some of the conditions treated by Liver Transplant Surgeon in Istanbul, Turkey?

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Some of the conditions performed by liver transplant surgeons in Istanbul, Turkey are:Hemochromatosis. Biliary AtresiaAlcoholic Liver DiseaseNonalcoholic Fatty Liver DiseasePrimary Sclerosing CholangitisPrimary Biliary CirrhosisWilson's DiseaseLiver Failure

Question 6

Who is a Liver Transplant Surgeon?

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A liver transplant surgeon is a doctor who is trained in replacing a diseased liver with a healthy liver of another person. A whole liver might be transplanted, or only a part of it. In most of the cases the healthy liver comes from a donor who has just died. A healthy living person, sometimes, will donate part of their healthy liver. A living donor may be a family member. Or it may be someone who is not related to you but whose blood type is a good match. Liver transplant surgeons recommend as well as perform liver transplant surgery on patients who have severe complications due to end-stage chronic liver diseases. Liver transplant is also a suitable option in the cases of sudden liver failure.

Question 7

What are the qualifications of a Liver Transplant Surgeon?

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A person aspiring to become a liver transplant surgeon needs to qualify the medical entrance exam to get into a medical school. Once the candidate clears the entrance test, he/she completes a five-and-a-half-year programme (MBBS). Then, they go for a three-year MS course to specialise in surgery. They then complete a general residency like any other doctor. Finally, they have to complete an additional three years of a liver transplant surgery fellowship. After this, they become certified transplant surgeons.

Question 8

What conditions do Liver Transplant Surgeons treat?

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Liver Transplant Surgeons can treat a wide variety of liver conditions. Some common conditions treated by them are listed below:Primary Biliary CirrhosisWilson's DiseaseLiver FailureHemochromatosisPrimary Sclerosing CholangitisAlcoholic Liver DiseaseNonalcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseHepatitis CHepatitis BAutoimmune hepatitisPrimary sclerosing cholangitisAlcoholic liver disease.Non-alcoholic steato-hepatitis Fatty liver diseasePrimary liver cancersPrimary biliary cirrhosisAcute liver disease Polycystic diseaseWilson’s diseaseHemochromatosisVeno-occlusive disease

Question 9

What diagnostic tests are required by Liver Transplant Surgeons?

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Liver Transplant Surgeons would want to review all your medical records, X-rays, operative reports, liver biopsy slides, and a list of medications at your initial evaluation. To update previous tests, some of the following studies are generally performed during your evaluation:Doppler ultrasound: Used to determine if the blood vessels to and from the liver are open.Computed tomography (CT scan): Used to get pictures showing liver size and shape, any liver lesions, and blood supply. A chest CT scan might also be required.Echocardiogram and stress testing to evaluate your heart condition.Pulmonary function studies to assess the lungs' ability to exchange carbon dioxide and oxygen.Blood tests to find out blood type, biochemical status of blood, clotting ability, and to measure liver function. Serology screening

Question 10

When should you visit a Liver Transplant Surgeon?

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Your physician will tell you to visit a liver transplant surgeon if you experience any of the following signs and symptoms:Jaundice Ascites (fluid in the abdomen)Hepatic encephalopathy (confusion or even coma)Bleeding in the upper as well as lower gastrointestinal tract from varices Itching, pale stools, dark urine, chills, fluid buildup in the belly, and painEnlarged liverPortal hypertensionBuildup of toxins in the blood

Question 11

What can you expect from your first visit with a Liver Transplant Surgeon?

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If your primary care physician has recommended you to see a Liver Transplant Surgeon for any acute or chronic liver injuries or conditions you may have, it could be helpful to know what to expect during the initial consultation.

You and the surgeon would be discussing all conditions, the course of the treatment, and the rehabilitation process. The surgeon may want to perform an examination and tests to get a clearer picture of the issue.

Question 12

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Liver Transplant Surgeon?

Accepted Answer

Liver transplantLiver biopsy

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