On August 18, 2023, a 25-member medical team worked for 12 hours, successfully transplanting a portion of her mother's liver into Sakshi
Jaipur's Mahatma Gandhi Hospital achieved a medical milestone with its first successful paediatric liver transplant. The recipient, 12-year-old Sakshi from Kotkhawada, battled severe liver ailments for six years, including cirrhosis, jaundice, and abdominal fluid buildup. Tests confirmed a genetic liver disease, with a previous family tragedy involving a similar condition.
The operation presented challenges such as inherent risks, substantial costs, and the need for a suitable liver donor. Luckily, Sakshi's mother, Kailashi Devi, was a compatible blood match. On August 18, 2023, a 25-member medical team worked for 12 hours, successfully transplanting a portion of her mother's liver into Sakshi. Both were expected to recover fully within a month.
Dr. Naimish Mehta, the lead liver transplant surgeon, highlighted the complexities, particularly connecting children's small blood vessels with adult donor livers. Children also have weaker immune systems, increasing infection risks during recovery. However, the dedicated medical team saved Sakshi's life, despite her critical condition.
Paediatric Critical Care played a vital role in her recovery. Dr. Roop Sharma ensured Sakshi's stability post-operation, with monitoring, controlled consciousness, and appropriate medications to prevent complications. She was discharged after 15 days.
Mahatma Gandhi Hospital has become a regional hub for liver and pancreatic disease treatment, attracting patients from neighboring states. The hospital's dedication, under renowned surgeons like Dr. Naimish N Mehta, has led to impressive success rates.
This achievement was made possible with the support of the Mukhyamantri Chiranjeevi Yojana (a government healthcare scheme), reflecting the hospital's commitment to advanced medical care through government initiatives, medical insurance, and corporate partnerships. Sakshi's family expressed deep gratitude to the hospital and its doctors, whom they consider saviors for giving their daughter a second chance at life.