Primary biliary cirrhosis surgery

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Overview

In advanced cases, a liver transplant, if successful, results in a favorable prognosis. After liver transplant, the recurrence rate may be as high as 18% at 5 years, and up to 30% at 10 years. There is no consensus on risk factors for recurrence of the disease. [1]

References

  1. Medical care of the Liver Trasplant Patient, 3rd Edition published 2006, editied by Paul G. Killenberg, page 429

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