Liver transplantation for nonresectable colorectal liver metastases at a single centre in South Africa: A report of the ethics and regulatory approval process

Non-resectable colorectal liver metastases (CLMs) are generally considered an absolute contraindication for liver transplantation. However, a 2013 Norwegian study transplanted livers in 21 patients with CLMs and reported excellent outcomes. The current article reports on the deliberations of the Wit...

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Main Authors: Harriet Etheredge, Jean Botha, Peter Cleaton-Jones
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Health and Medical Publishing Group 2017-07-01
Series:South African Journal of Bioethics and Law
Online Access:http://www.sajbl.org.za/index.php/sajbl/article/download/534/510