Hundreds die in India for lack of organs (August 6 is Organ Donation Day) Organ donation is the donation of organs of the human body or biological tissue, from a living or dead person to a living recipient in need of a transplantation. Transplantable organs and tissues are removed in a surgical procedure following a determination, based on the donor’s medical and social history, of which are suitable for transplantation. Living Donor Transplant This type of transplant occurs when a living person wishes to donate organs to someone in need. Living donors are usually family members or spouses. All living donors must meet basic medical criteria and undergo a very thorough medical evaluation before being accepted as a suitable donor. Deceased Donor Transplant: This kind of transplant involves taking organs from a person who has just died. The person’s family must first give consent if organs are to be used for transplantation. This type of transplant requires waiting on a list until a suitable organ is available. What can be transplanted? Different organs such as heart, liver, kidneys and tissues such as corneas and bone marrow can now be successfully transplanted into patients who can then expect to survive for years or even decades. It is the treatment of choice for many diseases, but all too often a suitable organ is not available to meet the ever-increasing demand for transplantation. 3 things you can do...to make the needy smile with your donation of organs Register Your Decision----Record your decision on the register and be ensure that your decision will be known jnform and discuss with your family and dear ones.------Help your family and friends understand and remember your decision. Always carry your donor card.------ Always carry an Organ Donor Card in your wallet. It is important for your family to be aware of your wishes as WITHOUT their consent your organs / tissue cannot be donated.
Posted on: Thu, 08 Aug 2013 04:22:25 +0000
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