organ recipient

An organ recipient is a person who receives a transplanted organ—such as a heart, kidney, liver, or lung—from a donor to replace a damaged or failing organ. This medical procedure helps restore normal function and improve quality of life. The transplant process involves matching the recipient with a compatible donor, and the surgery is carefully managed to prevent rejection. Organ recipients often require ongoing medical care and medications to help their immune system accept the new organ and work properly within their body.