Nepal Mediciti Hospital Performs Another Successful Liver Transplant
18th September 2025, Kathmandu
Nepal Mediciti Hospital has successfully performed a complex liver transplant on a patient named Shantaman Byanjankar, a 52-year-old from Lalitpur.
Liver transplant Nepal Mediciti
Nepal Mediciti Hospital has successfully performed a complex liver transplant on a patient named Shantaman Byanjankar, a 52-year-old from Lalitpur. His 50-year-old wife, Nanu Byanjankar, served as the donor. The surgery, which took place on August 20, 2025 (Bhadra 4, 2082), was a success, and the patient was discharged on September 8, 2025 (Bhadra 23, 2082), after a stable recovery. This accomplishment marks a significant step forward for Nepal’s healthcare system, as it demonstrates the country’s growing capacity to handle highly advanced medical procedures.
Reasons for Choosing Treatment in Nepal
Initially, the patient, Shantaman, had considered undergoing the transplant in India, a common destination for Nepalis seeking specialized medical care. However, after consulting with the medical team at Nepal Mediciti Hospital, he decided to stay in Nepal. This decision was based on several practical considerations, including the high costs, logistical challenges, and language barriers associated with medical tourism in India. The average cost of a liver transplant in India can range from INR 15,00,000 to INR 30,00,000 for domestic patients, excluding travel, accommodation, and other related expenses. In contrast, the average cost of a liver transplant in Nepal is approximately NPR 35,00,000, which includes a range of pre- and post-operative expenses. By choosing a local option, the patient avoided these additional burdens, making the process more convenient and financially feasible. The successful outcome of the surgery further validates his decision and provides a compelling case for other patients in Nepal to consider domestic treatment options.
The Surgical Team and Institutional Capacity
The successful transplant was a result of the combined efforts of a highly skilled and experienced multidisciplinary team. The team was led by Prof. Dr. Umid Kumar Shrestha, the Head of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Endoscopy, and included Dr. Rambabu Sah and Dr. Sanjay Kumar Yadav, both liver transplant surgeons, along with two transplant anesthesiologists, Dr. Apurva Sharma and Dr. Nirajan Mahaseth, and a senior radiologist, Prof. Dr. Ramkumar Ghimire. This team’s expertise and the hospital’s state-of-the-art technology and infrastructure were instrumental in the operation’s success. The Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) and Liver Transplant Unit at Nepal Mediciti is a leading center for advanced liver care, offering a comprehensive range of services. The hospital had previously performed a liver transplant in June 2025, which was a collaborative effort with a renowned Indian hospital, but this recent surgery demonstrates a growing level of independent capability.
This achievement is a clear indication that Nepal’s healthcare system is evolving to meet the complex medical needs of its population, reducing the reliance on foreign medical services. As Dr. Rambabu Sah noted, this proves that world-class liver transplant services are now available in Nepal, eliminating the need for patients to travel abroad. The hospital has committed to continuing these services regularly, which will further strengthen the nation’s capacity for advanced medical care and contribute to its self-sufficiency in the healthcare sector. The success of this surgery provides hope and confidence to patients in Nepal who previously had no option but to seek expensive treatments abroad.
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