Can chronic hepatitis b be cured with a liver transplant?

Abstract. Liver transplantation is the treatment of choice for patients with liver failure secondary to chronic hepatitis B. However, liver transplantation is. ... IFN-α therapy can be given safely with close monitoring in patients with well-compensated cirrhosis. Perrillo et al. read more

Yes, it can be cured with a liver transplant. A liver transplant may be necessary if chronic hepatitis B causes severe liver damage that leads to liver failure. We can also avoid getting hepatitis B by receiving the hepatitis B vaccine. If you are traveling to countries where hepatitis B is common, try to get all the shots before you go. read more

The initial results with liver transplantation for chronic hepatitis B in the 1980s were disappointing, with graft reinfection rates approaching 80 to 100 percent . read more

Many people with hepatitis B do not know they are infected. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent liver damage. Hepatitis B is usually not treated unless it becomes chronic. Chronic hepatitis B is treated with medicines that slow or stop the virus from damaging the liver. You can avoid getting hepatitis B by receiving the hepatitis B vaccine. Tell your doctor and your dentist if you have hepatitis B. read more