Transplantation of the Liver 3rd Edition

Transplantation of the Liver, 3rd Edition continues to stand as the premier reference in hepatic transplantation, offering an unmatched depth of clinical and surgical insight from two of the foremost pioneers in the field. This extensively revised edition delivers the most comprehensive, multidisciplinary coverage of both the surgical and medical aspects of liver transplantation, from basic science and donor selection to long-term post-transplant care.

Celebrated for its clarity, authority, and breadth, this single-volume reference is indispensable for transplant surgeons, hepatologists, anesthesiologists, intensivists, and all healthcare professionals involved in managing liver transplant patients.

Key Features:

•  Unparalleled Clinical Authority:
• Edited by Drs. Ronald Busuttil and Goran Klintmalm, world leaders in liver surgery and transplantation.
• Includes key insights from contributors globally recognized for their surgical expertise and research in transplantation.
•  Comprehensive Coverage Across the Transplant Timeline:
• From preoperative evaluation to post-transplant care, including:
• Donor and recipient selection
• Anesthesia
• Immunosuppression protocols
• Complication management
• Ethical and psychosocial aspects
• Multidisciplinary Insight:
• In-depth discussions span fields such as hepatology, infectious disease, pathology, pharmacology, radiology, critical care, and pediatrics.
•  Updated and Expanded Content:
• Incorporates advances in:
• Deceased organ donation (cardiac and brain death)
• Living donor liver transplantation (LDLT)
• Extended criteria donors and marginal grafts
• Small-for-size syndrome
• Dual graft strategies
• New arterial reconstruction techniques
• Stem cell therapy and regenerative medicine
• Transitioning pediatric recipients to adult care
• Biologic immunosuppressants and their long-term toxicities
• Machine perfusion technologies
•  Complete Immunosuppression Reference:
• Detailed pharmacologic profiles, mechanisms, side effects, and combination regimens of all current immunosuppressive agents.
•  Expert Consult eBook Access:
• Full searchable text available online
• Enables note-taking, highlighting, and quick access to updated references and clinical guidelines
•  Focused on Patient Outcomes:
• Emphasizes evidence-based best practices, risk stratification, and long-term follow-up strategies to optimize survival and quality of life.