Organ Transplants

Organ transplants involve surgically transferring an organ from one person (the donor) to another (the recipient) whose organ has failed or is diseased. Donors can be living or deceased, with living donations typically involving organs like kidneys or a portion of the liver. The procedure aims to restore health and improve the quality of life for recipients. Successful transplants require careful matching of donor and recipient to minimize rejection, which is when the body’s immune system attacks the new organ. Recipients often take immunosuppressive medications to help prevent rejection and ensure the longevity of the transplanted organ.