Transplant

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Transplant or organ transplantation is a medical procedure where an organ or tissue is removed from one body (the donor) and placed in the body of a recipient, to replace a damaged or missing organ. The donor and recipient may be at the same location, or organs may be transported from a donor site to another location. Organs and/or tissues that are transplanted within the same person's body are called autografts. Transplants that are recently performed between two subjects of the same species are called allografts. Allografts can either be from a living or cadaveric source.

Types of Transplants[edit | edit source]

There are several types of transplants, including:

History[edit | edit source]

The concept of organ transplant has a long history, dating back to ancient times. The first successful organ transplant was performed in the 20th century.

Procedure[edit | edit source]

The procedure for organ transplantation varies depending on the organ being transplanted. It generally involves the removal of the organ from the donor, followed by the transplantation of the organ into the recipient.

Risks and Complications[edit | edit source]

Transplantation is a complex procedure that carries a risk of complications, including:

  • Rejection: This is when the recipient's immune system attacks the transplanted organ or tissue.
  • Infection: This can occur if the recipient's immune system is weakened to prevent rejection.
  • Transplant failure: This is when the transplanted organ or tissue does not function as expected.

Ethical and Legal Considerations[edit | edit source]

There are many ethical and legal considerations surrounding organ transplantation, including issues of consent, allocation of organs, and payment for organs.

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