In a historic move, the National Center for Digestive and Liver Diseases in Sudan successfully conducted the first liver transplant in the country on Friday, July 22, 2023, at a government hospital in the Ibn Sina Center for Digestive System. The procedure was supervised by Dr. Abdel Monem Tayeb, the director of the National Center for Digestive and Liver Diseases, in collaboration with world-renowned surgeon Professor Mohamed Reila and his accompanying team, along with the surgical team of the National Center for Digestive and Liver Diseases.
Preparations for the first liver transplant in Sudan began in 2013, with the localization of pancreatic and biliary surgery starting in 2016, supported by the Sudanese Ministry of Health. Over the past five years, more than 500 surgeries have been performed free of charge, saving the state approximately 8 million dollars, according to previous medical statistics. These operations achieved a high success rate, paving the way for the commencement of liver transplantation at the Ibn Sina Center for Digestive System with high confidence in the qualified and trained Sudanese medical team to ensure the sustainability of liver transplantation in Sudan.
The Federal Ministry of Health provided unlimited technical and financial support to ensure the success of the first liver transplantation procedure in a government institution. The Liver Transplantation Center was established with a 70% donation from the philanthropist Mohammed Saleh Idris and a 30% contribution from the Ministry of Health, aiming to localize treatment in Sudan and support the principle of health for all.
Liver transplantation is considered a delicate surgical procedure that requires high resources and specialized medical staff. The success of the first liver transplantation in Sudan comes as part of the Sudanese government's efforts to develop the healthcare sector and provide quality medical services to Sudanese citizens.
Significance of the Success of the First Liver Transplant in Sudan:
The success of the first liver transplant in Sudan represents a major achievement in the country's healthcare sector. This success contributes to:
• Providing treatment for liver failure patients who previously had to travel abroad for treatment, incurring significant costs for both the state and patients.
• Elevating the level of medical services in Sudan and enhancing the capacity to provide advanced medical services to Sudanese citizens.
• Strengthening cooperation between Sudan and other countries in the field of healthcare.
In conclusion, we extend our sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to achieving this great milestone, especially:
• Dr. Abdel Monem Tayeb, the director of the National Center for Digestive and Liver Diseases, and his medical team.
• World-renowned surgeon Professor Mohamed Reila and his medical team.
• The Federal Ministry of Health and the Ibn Sina Center for Digestive System.
• Philanthropist Mohammed Saleh Idris, who donated to build the Liver Transplantation Center.
To them, we say:
Thank you, you have realized the dreams of many patients and raised Sudan's head high.
