Liver Transplant in Rajkot — Dr. Swapnil Sharma, Wockhardt Hospitals
If you or your loved one has been advised a liver transplant in Rajkot, choosing the right surgeon is critical. Dr. Swapnil Sharma is an experienced liver transplant and HPB surgeon with over 16 years of expertise in advanced liver care.
Patients receive complete care from evaluation to surgery and long-term follow-up, with direct access to the operating surgeon. Online consultations and pan-India OPD services are also available.
What Is a Liver Transplant?
A liver transplant is a surgical procedure where a diseased or failing liver is replaced with a healthy liver from a donor. It is the only definitive treatment for end-stage liver disease and certain liver cancers.
The liver performs essential functions such as detoxification, metabolism, and bile production. When these functions fail, a transplant becomes life-saving.
When Is a Liver Transplant Needed?
Common Indications
- Liver cirrhosis (due to hepatitis, alcohol, or fatty liver)
- Acute liver failure
- Alcoholic liver disease
- Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC)
- Genetic and metabolic liver disorders
Warning Signs
- Jaundice
- Ascites
- Encephalopathy
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Severe fatigue
Types of Liver Transplant
Living Donor Liver Transplant (LDLT)
A portion of liver from a healthy donor is transplanted.
Deceased Donor Liver Transplant (DDLT)
A full liver from a brain-dead donor is used.
Pediatric Liver Transplant
Specialized transplant procedures for children.
ABO-Incompatible Transplant
Performed in emergency situations with advanced protocols.
Why Choose Dr. Swapnil Sharma for Liver Transplant in Rajkot?
Qualifications
- MBBS, MS (General Surgery)
- DNB Surgical Gastroenterology
- Fellowship in Liver Transplant
Experience
- 16+ years of experience
- High transplant success rates
- Expert in complex liver surgeries
Patient Care
- Direct access to surgeon
- Online consultations available
- Complete follow-up support
Liver Transplant Evaluation Process
Before transplant, a detailed evaluation is performed to ensure patient and donor safety.
- Blood tests and liver function tests
- CT scan and MRI
- Cardiac and pulmonary evaluation
- MELD score calculation
- Donor compatibility testing
Liver Transplant Surgery: What to Expect
Duration
Typically lasts 6–10 hours.
Procedure
The diseased liver is replaced with a healthy donor liver.
Hospital Stay
ICU: 7–14 days; total stay: 3–4 weeks.
Recovery After Liver Transplant
- Lifelong immunosuppressive medication
- Regular follow-up visits
- Gradual return to normal life
- Diet and lifestyle changes
Success Rate
- 95–97% surgical success rate
- ~90% 1-year survival
- Excellent long-term outcomes
Wockhardt Hospitals, Rajkot
The hospital offers advanced infrastructure for liver transplant and complex surgical care.
- Advanced transplant ICU
- Specialized surgical team
- Emergency care support
- Comprehensive diagnostics
Why Choose Rajkot for Liver Transplant?
- Advanced hospitals like Wockhardt
- Skilled transplant surgeons
- Cost-effective treatment
- Good connectivity across Gujarat
- Complete transplant care
