Logo for: National Liver Registry

National Liver Registry Blog

Learn more about living liver donation, including what to expect, information on the liver donation process, answers to common questions about liver donation, helpful tips and resources and more.

Can You Donate Part of Your Liver?

McKenzie Winland, Director, National Liver Registry

Did you know that a living person can donate part of their liver to someone in need and go on to lead a long, healthy life? Most people know that a living person can donate one of their kidneys, but living liver donation is both rarer and less well-known. According to the Organ Procurement and …


What is the Treatment for Liver Failure?

McKenzie Winland, Director, National Liver Registry

Liver failure is a serious medical condition that occurs when the liver, one of the most vital organs in the body, loses its ability to function properly. The liver plays a crucial role in detoxifying the blood, producing essential proteins, and aiding in digestion. When the liver fails, these vital processes are disrupted, leading to …


Is There Dialysis for Liver Failure?

McKenzie Winland, Director, National Liver Registry

When you hear the word “dialysis,” you probably think of kidney failure. If you have been diagnosed with kidney failure, dialysis can help you live without functioning kidneys, preserving your life while you look for a donor or wait for a transplant. But what if you have liver failure rather than kidney failure? Is there …