Kasturba Hospital Performs First Liver Transplant in Udupi District

On a historic day at Kasturba Hospital in Udupi, the first liver transplant in the district was successfully completed, bringing advanced surgical care to the local population.

Prior to this, patients with end‑stage liver disease had to travel to cities like Bangalore or Mumbai for transplantation. The surgery was performed by a team of specialists from the hospital’s transplant unit and a visiting surgeon from a tertiary centre.

The procedure not only saves patients the hassle and cost of long‑distance travel but also signals a significant expansion of medical capabilities within Udupi, potentially reducing waitlists and improving long‑term outcomes. Source: Google News – Udupi District.