What I need to know about Liver Transplantation Page 8 of 12
After Surgery
You will stay in the hospital for an average of 1 to 3 weeks to be sure
your new liver is working. You will take medicines to prevent rejection of
your new liver and to prevent infections. Your doctor will check for
bleeding, infections, and rejection. During this time you will start to
learn how to take care of yourself and use your medicines to protect your
new liver after you go home.
In the hospital, you will slowly start eating again. You will start
with clear liquids, then switch to solid food as your new liver starts to
work.
After surgery you will learn how to take care of your new liver.
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