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Ray of Hope for End-Stage Liver Patients: Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar Sets New Benchmarks in Liver Transplant
Mar 02, 2026
Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) [India], March 2: Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar hosted a press meet on 24th February, 2026 reinforcing its reputation as a leading hub for liver transplantation backed by years of clinical expertise. The event highlighted the growing liver disease burden in Odisha, where studies suggest nearly one in three people may have fatty liver disease and one in six could develop NASH, the inflammatory form that can progress to cirrhosis. Cirrhosis prevalence in the state is around 16.7%, and in eastern India, nearly half of chronic liver disease patients are diagnosed with cirrhosis--most at a late, decompensated stage--underscoring the critical need for early detection and intervention. With organ transplantation still limited compared to national demand, the meet emphasized the role of advanced liver care in helping patients regain their health, families, and daily lives. The event brought together doctors and transplant recipients, highlighting the deeply personal journeys behind each transplant.
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