MELD score (Formula, links)
MELD Score (Model for End-Stage Liver Disease) is a system used to measure the severity of damage to the liver and the likelihood of survival of patients awaiting liver transplantation. This scoring system uses the patient’s values for Bilirubin, Creatinine, and INR (International Normalized Ratio for Prothrombin Time) to calculate mortality risk in patients with end-stage liver disease.
MELD Score can be calculated using the formula: MELD = 3.78 × ln [Bilirubin (mg/dL)] + 11.2 × ln [INR] + 9.57 × ln [Creatinine (mg/dL)] + 6.43
Below is the mortality estimation for the calculated MELD Scores:
40 or more — 71.3% mortality 30–39 — 52.6% mortality 20–29 — 19.6% mortality 10–19 — 6.0% mortality
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MELD Score for End-Stage Liver Disease (NOT appropriate for patients under the age of 12)
Who needs a
transplant
When the liver fails to perform 80-90% of the liver functions, liver transplantation might be the only cure for liver. Indications of liver transplant are different in adults and pediatric population. There are many reasons, why a patient would need liver transplant.
Complications after
Liver Transplant
A liver transplant is a very complex surgery that can lead to numerous complications. Although not every patient experiences these complications, most of them are preventable if patients strictly follow the instructions and regularly visit for follow-ups.
Liver Transplant
Cost in India
Dr. Vivek Vij is a revolutionary liver transplant surgeon credited with creating living donor surgery and formalising safety measures to acquire a 100% donor safety profile since the time of its start in the country.
Success Stories
AILBS is the top liver transplant hospital in India, where Dr. Vivek Vij has performed thousands
of liver transplant surgery. Let’s look at a few encouraging patient stories along the path to quality healthcare.
