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Med Sur 2001; 8 (1)

Liver transplant

Méndez-Sánchez N, Guevara GL, Uribe M

Language: Spanish
References: 22
Page: 4-6
PDF size: 30.46 Kb.


ABSTRACT

The hepatic cirrhosis is one of the most important medical problems in Mexico. This disease has been considered between ten major mortality causes last five decades. Hepatitic C virus end-stage liver disease has become the most common indication for liver transplantation. Currently the liver trasplantation is considered an effective treatment for end-stage liver disease. This review analyze the main indications and contraindications for liver transplantation.


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