Question 23 (part 2) · LEK · Liver transplant
Absolute contraindications for liver transplantation do not include:
- A. hepatocellular carcinoma.
- B. age > 65.
- C. advanced diseases of other organs or systems e.g. circulatory insufficiency
- D. Budd-Chiari syndrome.
- E. A and D are correct.
Hint
Separate the conditions for which liver transplantation is actually performed from those that make the operation impossible.
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