Liver Transplant Tour
Here is a slide show of the clinical and surgical aspects of liver transplantation, care of the USC Center for Liver Disease. Please be aware that these presentations contain graphic scenes that may be objectionable to some viewers. View It Here » About Your Liver
The liver is the largest organ in the body. It is located on the right side of the abdomen (to the right of the stomach) behind the lower ribs and below the lungs. The liver performs more than 400 functions each day to keep the body healthy. Learn More » Before Surgery
Pre-transplant tests, as well as giving a clear picture of the patient's overall health status, help in identifying potential problems before they occur. They also help in determining whether transplantation is truly the best option. This increases the likelihood of success. Read More » During Surgery
When that important phone call comes, the patient should make sure to bring the following to the hospital: Read More » After Surgery
Waking Up in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
After the surgery, the patient will wake up in the intensive care unit after the anesthesia wears off. This is what the patient should expect. Read More » The Organ Donation Process
When an organ is donated from a person who has died, it is made available to an eligible patient on the waiting list. Before the transplant can take place, however, several things happen. What Are They » | 
