How many years one survives after a liver transplant?

How long will my liver transplant last? Liver transplant can have excellent outcomes. Recipients have been known to live a normal life over 30 years after the operation. read more

The life expectancy of male liver transplant recipients was 18 years compared with 26 years for women. Your chances of a successful liver transplant and long-term survival depend on your particular situation. In general, about 70 percent of people who undergo liver transplant live for at least five years. read more

Patients must take many medications after a liver transplant: some to prevent rejection (immunosuppressants), some to fight infection, and others to treat the side effects of the immunosuppressants. Patients returning home after transplantation will be taking approximately 7 to 10 different type of medicines. read more

According to a study, people who have a liver transplant have an 89% percent chance of living after one year. The five-year survival rate is 75 percent. Sometimes the transplanted liver can fail, or the original disease may return. It’s important that your doctor monitors your recovery long after the transplant to detect any problems. read more