A "pediatric liver" refers to the liver of a child or a young person. It specifically relates to the liver in terms of medical care and treatment for children's health issues related to this organ. Full definition
The liver transplant team at the University of Chicago Hospitals has performed more than 1,179 pediatric and adult liver transplants since the program began in October 1984; it is considered the leading pediatric liver transplant program in the U.S.. (uchospitals.edu)
Childhood abuse, nonadherence, and medical outcome in pediatric liver transplant recipients. (s1097954.instanturl.net)
WHY: The University of Chicago Hospitals» transplant team is considered the leading pediatric liver transplant program in the country. (uchospitals.edu)