In the world of liver transplantation, one of the biggest challenges is organ preservation. Traditional cold storage has limitations—especially for marginal or older donor livers. That’s where machine perfusion technology is making a significant impact.
Machine perfusion involves pumping oxygenated blood or preservation fluid through the donor liver outside the body. This mimics natural circulation and keeps the liver “alive” until transplant.
Traditionally, donor livers could only be preserved for 8–12 hours with cold storage. Machine perfusion extends this window and allows surgeons to:
During his training and clinical work in the UK, Dr. Prashant Kadam worked closely with machine perfusion protocols at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham—a pioneer in transplant technology. He participated in clinical trials and real-world implementation of this technique, making him one of the few surgeons in India with hands-on expertise.
Machine perfusion is changing the future of organ transplantation. As the technology becomes more widely available in India, patients will benefit from safer surgeries, faster recovery, and better outcomes.
If you’re awaiting a liver transplant or want to understand your options, speak to a transplant surgeon with expertise in next-generation care.