Muhsin's remarkable liver transplant journey inspires hope

A 24-year-old man from Dewsbury had his world change for the better, when he received the ultimate gift of life, thanks to a successful liver transplant.

Muhsin was on the transplant waiting list for four years, while suffering from a condition called Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC). This is an uncommon liver disease, that affects the brain and central nervous system. In Muhsin’s case, this affected his level of consciousness and led to physical symptoms such as jaundice.

A family member was being assessed to donate part of her liver to Muhsin. It was at this time, he received the news he only had months to live. Muhsin was moved onto the urgent transplant list and within hours, a deceased donor was found as a match. A transplant he says has “transformed his life.”

After a 12-month recovery, Muhsin is now a picture of health. His energy levels have increased. And daily activities such returning to work and attending the gym are bringing him a world of enjoyment.

His mother and his greatest support through his illness, Nooreen Husain, said:

It’s a new life for him, a new beginning. I never thought we would get a donor, but we stayed positive and good things happened. Muhsin now shares this message of hope with others in a comparable situation. He has created a new tradition to annually take part in the Transplant Games. Muhsin is a ray of light, even the nurses who cared for him said he was an inspiration to all.

In the UK, there are two methods of receiving a liver transplant. One is from a donor who has died, known as a deceased donation. The other is a living donation, often from a close relative or altruistic donor.

Dr John Hutchinson, Consultant Hepatologist at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, and lead of the service which cares for patients who need a liver transplant, said:

Mushin's story is just one of the many success stories we take pride in sharing from the Trust. It shows the positive impact organ donation has on patients and their families.

In the past year, seven Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust patients have received liver transplants in Leeds Teaching Hospitals, our local transplant centre. However, 13 patients are still waiting on a liver transplant in West Yorkshire. And a further 663 individuals are waiting across the UK.

Our commitment as a Trust is to actively encourage both patients and staff to register their decision to donate. And to share this decision with their loved ones. This is important for helping those in need, and for bringing awareness to all our communities.

If you are interested in registering your decision today or to find our more, visit: www.organdonation.nhs.uk