A coronary artery-right ventricular fistula developed after endomyocardial biopsy in a recipient of an orthotopic cardiac transplant.

The methods used to screen prospective candidates for orthotopic liver transplantation are described. Both the indication and the contraindications for the procedure are discussed. The timing of the procedure during the course of an individual candidate's liver disease is also discussed. Additionally, the institutional requirements of a liver transplant center are identified. Finally, the probl...