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UZ Leuven performs 2,000th liver transplant
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UZ Leuven performs 2,000th liver transplant

UZ Leuven has achieved a remarkable milestone by performing its 2,000th liver transplant, making it the leading center for such procedures in Belgium. Since the first transplant in 1989, the hospital has embraced technological innovations like machine perfusions, which help preserve organs outside the body. Transplant surgeon Jacques Pirenne highlights that over 90% of patients survive at least one year post-surgery, thanks to 30 years of expertise and multidisciplinary care. The profile of liver patients has evolved, with more cases now linked to fatty liver disease and cancer, showcasing the hospital's adaptability and commitment to patient care.
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