An adequate level of tacrolimus in serum should be obtained to prevent acute rejection following liver transplantation. Because of good gastrointestinal absorption of oral tacrolimus, adequate trough levels can be achieved ...

Background. Intraoperative blood loss and red blood cell transfusion requirements have a negative impact on outcome after orthotopic liver transplantation. In this study we compared blood transfusion requirements, bile ...

Pancreaticoduodenectomy is considered the standard operation for periampullary tumors. Despite major advances in pancreatic surgery, pancreatic fistula is still an important cause of morbidity and mortality after ...

Objectives: The outcomes of liver transplant in human immunodeficiency virus-infected patients are improving with advances in antiretroviral treatment. Data about such cases are rare in Turkey. We present the first 2 ...