Bleeding Heart Transplant
Hepatic transplant; Transplant - liver
Risks
Risks for any anesthesia are:
- Problems breathing
- Reactions to medications
Risks for any surgery are:
- Bleeding
- Heart attack or stroke
- Infection
Liver transplant surgery and management after surgery carry major risks. There is an increased risk of infection because you must take medications that suppress the immune system to prevent transplant rejection. Signs of infection include:
- Diarrhea
- Drainage
Fever Jaundice - Redness
- Swelling
- Tenderness
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