Manipur Performs First Successful Liver Transplant

Imphal: Manipur reached a healthcare milestone on October 16. Surgeons at the Institute of Liver and Digestive Sciences (ILDS) in Kwakeithel Heinou-khongnembi completed the state's first liver transplant. A 60-year-old man from Kakching received the organ.

The patient suffered from liver cirrhosis and multifocal hepatocellular carcinoma. His son acted as the donor, providing roughly 65 per cent of his own liver for the operation. A multidisciplinary team of surgeons, anaesthesiologists, hepatologists, nurses, and technicians led the complex work. They received support from Apollo Hospital, New Delhi.

ILDS Liver Transplantation Programme Director Dr. Nongthombam Suraj Kumar confirmed the donor has already left the hospital. The recipient remains in recovery and should go home shortly. Dr. Suraj stated, "The liver has a remarkable ability to regenerate and that not every liver-related condition requires surgical intervention."

This surgery cost 60 per cent less than similar procedures in major cities. The hospital package covers consultations, surgery, and ICU treatment. Dr. Suraj credited the Directorate of Health Services for providing the registration certificate required to begin these surgeries. Locals can now get advanced care without traveling outside Manipur.