The liver transplant coordinator has suggested that I should have a will. Does this mean that they expect me to die?
Everybody should have a will. It has nothing to do with how likely you are to die. A will ensures that those who survive you will know how to carry out your wishes. Since none of us knows when we might die, we should all have a will prepared.
Writing your will is no pleasure. Few like to contemplate their own mortality. But it can be a relief to have it completed. Once done, you have prepared for the worst possibility. Then you can hope for and work toward the best outcome. You will not have the nagging worry that something important remains undone. This is likely why the transplant coordinator has discussed your will with you. He or she has learned that it is best for candidates to have other matters arranged as best as possible. Then, they can focus their attention on their health and the upcoming transplant. Unfortunately, the coordinator has likely also witnessed the problems that can arise when a death occurs, but no will is available.
If you are unsure about your chances of survival, you should ask the transplant team for their opinion. But again, their response has no bearing on whether you should have a will. Everybody should have a will.