Liver Transplant in Turkey ? Advanced Care
Liver Transplant in Turkey ? Advanced Care
Introduction
A liver transplant is a life-saving surgical procedure performed when the liver can no longer function properly due to end-stage chronic liver failure, cirrhosis, hepatitis, or cancer. In such cases, replacing the diseased liver with a healthy one is the only definitive treatment.
At SkyUp Health, we collaborate with Turkey?s leading transplant surgeons and internationally accredited hospitals, offering state-of-the-art surgical techniques, advanced post-operative care, and all-inclusive patient support. Our goal is to provide patients with safe, timely, and highly successful liver transplantation in Turkey.
Who Needs a Liver Transplant?
A liver transplant is recommended for patients with severe and irreversible liver damage. Common causes include:
- Chronic hepatitis B and C infections
- Alcohol-related liver damage
- Genetic and metabolic liver diseases
- Cirrhosis (scarring and hardening of the liver)
- Liver cancer (Hepatocellular Carcinoma)
- Autoimmune or drug-induced liver failure
Patients with cirrhosis are at particular risk, as studies show that most survive less than a year without a transplant. With timely surgery, however, the survival rate dramatically improves.
Who Can Be a Liver Donor?
A liver donor can be a living relative or a deceased donor. In Turkey, living-donor liver transplantation is commonly performed, using a portion of the donor?s liver that naturally regenerates over time.
Requirements for a living liver donor include:
- Age between 18?60 years
- Good physical and mental health
- Compatible blood type with the recipient
- Healthy liver and kidney functions
- Normal body weight (BMI in safe range)
- Free from chronic illnesses (heart, kidney, cancer, hepatitis)
- No history of substance abuse
- No smoking at least 1?2 months before surgery
During the procedure, usually the right lobe (60%) is taken from adult donors, while for children, the left lateral segment (20%) is used. Both donor and recipient undergo surgery simultaneously in separate operating theaters to ensure safety and precision.
The Liver Transplant Procedure
- Preparation ; Matching ? Extensive blood tests, imaging scans, and compatibility checks between donor and recipient.
- Surgery ? The diseased liver is removed, and the donor liver segment is transplanted.
- Post-Operative Care ? Patients are monitored in the ICU with advanced imaging and laboratory support.
- Recovery ? Donors typically recover within 1?3 weeks, while recipients require longer hospitalization and follow-up.
With modern surgical technologies such as microsurgical vascular techniques, advanced anesthesia monitoring, and robotic-assisted precision tools, liver transplantation in Turkey achieves a success rate of over 80?90% when performed at the right time.
Life After Liver Transplant
After a successful transplant, patients need to take immunosuppressive medications for life to prevent organ rejection. With proper care, most patients return to normal lives with significantly improved health and longevity.
- The donor?s liver regenerates fully within 6?8 weeks.
- Recipients regain normal liver function, energy levels, and quality of life.
- With early intervention, the risk of complications such as vascular blockage or infection is minimized.
Why Choose Liver Transplant in Turkey?
- World-class transplant surgeons with global experience
- JCI-accredited hospitals with modern transplant units
- Advanced surgical methods ? robotic techniques, microsurgery, 3D imaging
- High success rates comparable to Europe and the US
- Affordable treatment packages ? up to 70% cheaper than Western countries
- Comprehensive care including pre-surgery preparation, surgery, ICU follow-up, and rehabilitation
Why SkyUp Health?
At SkyUp Health, we ensure every patient receives:
- Access to Turkey?s leading transplant surgeons
- Full assistance with visa, flights, and accommodation
- 24/7 multilingual patient coordination and support
- All-inclusive packages covering hospital care, hotel stay, and transfers
- Post-transplant rehabilitation and long-term medical monitoring
Conclusion
A liver transplant in Turkey offers patients a second chance at life, supported by advanced medical technologies, expert surgeons, and internationally accredited hospitals. With SkyUp Health, you can trust that your care will be managed with the highest safety standards, affordability, and compassion.
? Restore your health. Renew your life. Trust SkyUp Health for world-class liver transplant care in Turkey.