Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Statistics and Outcomes
We treat the entire range of childhood and young adult conditions related to the liver and gastrointestinal system – including rare and complex diseases. We bring years of experience to your child’s unique situation.
Seattle Children’s Gastroenterology and Hepatology Program is the largest such program in the Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho (WWAMI) region.
Many families consider national rankings in choosing medical care for their children. In 2019, Seattle Children’s was named to the U.S. News & World Report Honor Roll of the country’s 10 best pediatric hospitals. Our Gastroenterology Program is the top-ranked program of its kind in the Northwest, and among the best in the nation.
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"Outcomes” refer to the results of treatment and evaluate how effective care is. We also provide statistics such as the number of patients seen (volumes).
We gather this data to:
- Measure the health of our patients
- Improve the quality of the care we provide
- Help you make informed decisions about your child’s care
Gastroenterology and Hepatology by the Numbers
Gastroenterology and Hepatology Procedure Volumes
Total number of endoscopic procedures, 2018
Advanced diagnostic tests and interventional procedures, 2018
Gastroenterology and Hepatology Patient Volumes
Total number of gastroenterology outpatient visits, 2018
Number of patients treated in 2018, by disease
Pediatric Liver Transplants
Total number of liver transplants from May 1990 through June 2019
Liver transplant survival rates
This table compares survival rates at Seattle Children’s with the national average for pediatric patients. Pediatric patients are children who are not yet 18 years old.
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93.75%Seattle Children’s 1-year patient survival94.82%National average 1-year patient survival32Number of patients transplanted at Seattle Children's
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91.18%Seattle Children’s 1-year graft survival92.15%National average 1-year graft survival34Number of grafts transplanted at Seattle Children's
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96.67%Seattle Children’s 3-year patient survival93.67%National average 3-year patient survival30Number of patients transplanted at Seattle Children's
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90.62%Seattle Children’s 3-year graft survival87.60%National average 3-year graft survival32Number of grafts transplanted at Seattle Children's
These data are for liver transplants performed in the following periods:
- 1 year survival: January 1, 2016 – June 30, 2018
- 3 year survival: July 1, 2013 – December 31, 2015
Where does this information come from?
These tables reflect metrics reported to the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients and the U.S. News & World Report pediatric hospital survey.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
Talk with your child’s doctor or contact the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Program at 206-987-2521.
Statistics and Outcomes: What do they mean?
Statistics, outcomes, volumes, survival rates – these numbers may seem overwhelming at first, but they can help you choose the best place for your child’s care.
Updated August 2019
