Transplant Immunology
Transplant immunology studies how the immune system reacts to transplanted organs or tissues. When a patient receives a transplant, the body may recognize the new organ as foreign and launch an immune response to reject it. This is because the immune system is designed to protect against anything it perceives as a threat. To prevent rejection, doctors often use immunosuppressive medications that weaken the immune response, helping the body accept the transplant. Understanding these interactions is crucial for successful transplantation and improving long-term outcomes for patients.
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Transplant immunology studies how the immune system responds to transplanted organs or tissues. When an organ is donated, the recipient's body may recognize it as foreign and trigger an immune response to reject it. This can lead to complications. To prevent rejection, doctors often prescribe immunosuppressive medications that dampen the immune response, helping the body accept the new organ. Understanding the balance between rejecting foreign tissue and protecting against infections is crucial for successful transplants. Transplant immunology plays a vital role in improving outcomes for patients receiving organ transplants.