Pediatric Heart Transplants

Pediatric heart transplants are surgical procedures that replace a child's failing or damaged heart with a healthy heart from a deceased donor. This treatment is often necessary for children with serious heart conditions that cannot be fixed with other methods. The process involves careful matching of donor and recipient to minimize rejection risks. After the surgery, children require lifelong medical care, including medication to help their body accept the new heart. While challenging, these transplants can significantly improve a child's quality of life and overall health.