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What is a Dual Lobe Liver Transplant?

A dual-lobe liver transplant is a specialized procedure where two liver lobes (typically from two living donors) are transplanted into a single recipient. This innovative approach is used for adults requiring large-volume liver grafts due to:

  • High body weight or metabolic demands.
  • Acute liver failure with massive necrosis.
  • Failed prior transplant needing urgent re-transplantation.
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Dual Lobe Liver Transplant

Advanced two-lobe transplantation for large adults and complex cases with 85% 1-year survival rates

Why Choose Liver Surgeon for Dual Lobe Transplants?

As Delhi's foremost dual lobe transplant hospital, we combine precision surgery with ethical donor practices to achieve 85% 1-year survival rates - the highest in North India.

50+

Successful dual lobe transplants since 2017

Key Differentiators

  • India's First Dual Lobe Program: Pioneered complex two-lobe transplants
  • Donor Safety Focus: Laparoscopic harvesting minimizes donor risks
  • Global Standards: Protocols matching Mayo Clinic and King's College Hospital

When is a Two-Lobe Transplant Needed?

  • Large Recipient Size: Patients over 90 kg or with body surface area >2 m²
  • Fulminant Liver Failure: Rapidly progressing necrosis demands immediate large grafts
  • Living Donor Limitations: When a single donor's lobe is insufficient
  • Re-Transplantation: Graft failure due to rejection or vascular complications

30%

Of large adults (BMI>30) require dual lobe transplants

The Dual Lobe Transplant Process

Step 1: Donor Evaluation

Dual Lobe Donor Criteria:

  • Two healthy donors (usually family members)
  • Each donor's liver volume ≥30% of recipient's needs
  • 3D CT volumetry (GRWR ≥0.8%)

Step 2: Surgery

  • 12-16 hour procedure: Precision grafting of two lobes
  • Dual anastomosis: Microsurgical bile duct and vascular connections

Step 3: Recovery

  • 14-21 days hospitalization
  • 6-month rehab program

Dual Lobe vs. Single Lobe Transplants

Factor Dual Lobe Transplant Single Lobe Transplant
Graft Volume 60-70% of recipient's needs 30-40% (single donor)
Donors Required 2 1
Complexity High (dual vascular/bile repairs) Moderate
Ideal For Large adults, re-transplants Standard adult/child recipients

Risks & Management in Dual Lobe Transplants

Potential Challenges

  • Bile Leaks: 10-15% risk, managed with stents
  • Small-for-Size Syndrome: Prevented via strict GRWR calculations
  • Donor Risks: <1% complication rate with laparoscopic surgery

Our Safety Protocols

  • 24/7 Hepatology ICU: Specialized care for dual graft recipients
  • Ethics Committee Oversight: Ensures donor voluntarism and safety

Why Liver Surgeons Leads in Dual Lobe Transplants

  • Largest Dual Lobe Program: 50+ successful transplants since 2017
  • Advanced Imaging: Intraoperative ICG fluorescence monitoring
  • Global Collaborations: Training partnerships with top international centers
  • Transparent Pricing: ₹35-45 lakhs (insurance-compatible)

95%

Graft functionality at 6 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Surgery lasts 12–18 hours. Our Delhi team uses two operating rooms to streamline donor and recipient procedures.
No. Indian law permits only close relatives (parents, siblings, spouses, or children) to donate.
₹35–45 lakhs at our center, covering both donors’ evaluations, surgery, and 1-year follow-ups.
Yes. Synchronized surgeries ensure graft viability, with donors discharged in 5–7 days.
With proper care, dual lobe liver grafts have similar longevity to single lobe transplants, averaging 15–20 years. At our Delhi center, 80% of recipients maintain healthy liver function beyond a decade, thanks to strict immunosuppression monitoring and lifestyle guidance.
In rare cases of partial graft failure, the healthy lobe often compensates temporarily. Our team prioritizes urgent evaluation for re-transplantation or medical management. Advanced protocols at Liver Surgeons India ensure 85% salvage rates for such complications.