Abstract
Results of liver transplantation have dramatically improved since the introduction of cyclosporine. Most deaths occur within the first 3 postoperative months. Morbidity and mortality can be minimized by early diagnosis and aggressive management of postoperative surgical complications.
Publication types
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
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Review
MeSH terms
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Biliary Tract Diseases / etiology
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Hemorrhage / etiology
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Humans
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Intestinal Diseases / etiology
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Liver Transplantation*
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Postoperative Complications / etiology*
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Surgical Wound Infection / etiology
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Thrombosis / etiology