The liver plays a pivotal in the body's overall functioning. It detoxifies and flushes out toxins from the blood to maintain one’s overall well-being. Moreover, the liver produces bile, which eases digestion and breaks down fats for better absorption. It also stores nutrients such as vitamins and minerals and regulates blood sugar levels by storing and releasing glucose to maintain energy balance. However, liver function is disturbed when one is diagnosed with liver illnesses and can also suffer from failure and may require a liver transplant.

Dr Gaurav Chaubal, director of liver, pancreas, intestine transplant program, and HPB surgery, Gleneagles Hospitals, Parel, Mumbai answers relevant questions about liver transplants.