Breakthrough in Abu Dhabi: First Deceased Donor Liver Transplant Saves Patient's Life


In a significant medical milestone, a dedicated team of experts at Burjeel Medical City (BMC) in Abu Dhabi achieved a groundbreaking feat: the first deceased donor liver transplant in the region. This remarkable achievement brings hope and renewed life to patients battling severe liver conditions, like Fatima.

Fatima's journey with liver disease began with a diagnosis of autoimmune hepatitis, a challenging condition where the body's immune system targets liver cells. Over time, her health deteriorated, leading to decompensated liver cirrhosis in 2022. The road ahead seemed daunting, with liver cancer further complicating her condition.

Enter the skilled medical team at BMC, led by experienced transplant surgeons and supported by state-of-the-art facilities. Their expertise, coupled with the generosity of a deceased 23-year-old donor, paved the way for Fatima's life-saving transplant surgery.

The successful procedure not only marked a triumph for medical science but also offered Fatima a new lease on life after two years of battling liver disease. With the transplant, she can now look forward to a brighter, healthier future, free from the limitations imposed by her illness.

This groundbreaking achievement underscores Abu Dhabi's commitment to advancing healthcare and offering cutting-edge treatments to patients in need. It also highlights the importance of organ donation in transforming lives and providing hope to those awaiting life-saving transplants.

As we celebrate this remarkable milestone, let us acknowledge the dedication and expertise of the medical professionals at BMC who made this groundbreaking surgery possible. Their unwavering commitment to excellence and compassion has not only changed Fatima's life but has set a new standard for medical care in the region.

In the journey towards medical advancement and better healthcare outcomes, every breakthrough counts. The first deceased donor liver transplant at BMC is not just a medical milestone but a beacon of hope for patients and families facing similar challenges worldwide.

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