Liver Transplant Recovery Timeline in India
$28,000–$50,000 USD
Cost Range
3–6 months
Recovery
85–90% (1-year survival)
Success Rate
5.5 – 7 hours
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Recovery Guide
Liver Transplant Recovery Timeline in India
Days 1–7
Hepato-ICU; graft function; coagulation monitoring; early mobilisation
Days 8–21
Surgical ward; daily LFTs; Doppler surveillance; biopsy if needed
Weeks 4–6
Discharge; daily outpatient labs; tacrolimus level titration
Weeks 7–12
Stable enzymes; imaging; progressive diet advancement
3–6 months
Fitness to fly when stable; 6-month medication supply arranged
Practical Advice
Recovery Tips for Travelling Patients
Arodya Support
Recovery Support from Arodya
Accommodation near hospital
We arrange serviced apartments or guesthouses within easy reach of your treating hospital, vetted for comfort and cleanliness.
Daily check-in calls
Your dedicated coordinator calls daily during the critical recovery period to monitor your wellbeing and address any concerns promptly.
Translator support
Medical translation assistance for consultations, discharge instructions, and medication labels — so nothing is lost in translation.
Emergency escalation
If a medical concern arises during your stay, Arodya escalates directly to the hospital clinical team and ensures you receive immediate attention.
FAQs
Common Questions about Liver Transplant in India
How much does a liver transplant cost in India?
A living donor liver transplant in India costs $28,000–$40,000 USD. This includes surgery for both donor and recipient, ICU care, hospital stay, and initial immunosuppression medications.
Which hospitals perform liver transplants in India?
Medanta The Medicity, Apollo Chennai, ILBS Delhi, Fortis, and Manipal Hospitals are India's top liver transplant centers with combined annual volumes exceeding 1,000 transplants.
What is the success rate for liver transplants in India?
India's top centers report 1-year patient survival rates of 87–92%, comparable to the best transplant programs in Europe and North America.
Estimated cost for Kenya patients
$28,000–$50,000 USD
Recovery: 3–6 months
Success rate: 85–90% (1-year survival)
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