Combined organ transplants have been utilized since the early years of liver transplantation, having demonstrated clear benefits in the treatment of various conditions. In this chapter, we provide a comprehensive overview of simultaneous liver and second-organ transplantation, with a focus on simultaneous liver-kidney, liver-heart, and liver-lung transplants. We examine the medical literature surrounding these complex procedures, addressing key topics such as indications for combined transplantation, patient selection criteria, pre- and postoperative management, and overall outcomes. By synthesizing current evidence and clinical practices and highlighting the challenges and advancements in multi-organ transplantations, this chapter offers valuable insights into the evolving field of combined organ transplantation and its impact on improving patient quality of life and long-term survival.

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Combined Organ Transplantation

  • Sangeeta Satish,
  • Alejandro Pita

摘要

Combined organ transplants have been utilized since the early years of liver transplantation, having demonstrated clear benefits in the treatment of various conditions. In this chapter, we provide a comprehensive overview of simultaneous liver and second-organ transplantation, with a focus on simultaneous liver-kidney, liver-heart, and liver-lung transplants. We examine the medical literature surrounding these complex procedures, addressing key topics such as indications for combined transplantation, patient selection criteria, pre- and postoperative management, and overall outcomes. By synthesizing current evidence and clinical practices and highlighting the challenges and advancements in multi-organ transplantations, this chapter offers valuable insights into the evolving field of combined organ transplantation and its impact on improving patient quality of life and long-term survival.