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Liver transplant success story: the world's 1st surgery for a 5-day child

It seems like a liver transplant is a compulsory procedure for adults who have cirrhosis and other liver pathologies mostly caused by unhealthy lifestyle. But it does not always concern adults... Taking a risk This story happened in the Schuttke’s family in 1997. Jurgen and Ita Schuttke from Ireland were expecting a baby. Their previous two babies Lucas and Reuben died just a week after birth because of a rare genetic disorder of neonatal hemochromatosis. The parents were afraid their newbor...

Liver transplant

Transplantology

Updated October 18, 2023

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Top 5 kidney transplant hospitals in the world

In order to improve the quality of life, people with kidney diseases need a kidney transplant. According to the WHO, more than 70,000 people undergo renal replacement each year. Unfortunately, the number of people who are waiting for operations in long queues is much more significant. Due to the high demand, the operation takes a lot of time and nerves. However, there are places where a kidney transplant can be done much faster. Among such countries are Turkey, India, and Thailand. Keep reading...

Kidney transplant

Transplantology

Updated October 18, 2023

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The affordable kidney transplant surgery cost — where to find and how to get

Every year, more than 100,000 solid organs are transplanted in the world. Nearly 70,000 of them are kidneys. However, the waiting list continues to grow rapidly. Every 10 minutes a new person is added to the list. Most people who are looking for the renal transplant are on dialysis and transplantation is hardly the only way to improve their quality of life and return to everyday activity. This guide has been written for people who have identified a kidney transplant as their goal and are looki...

Kidney transplant

Transplantology

Updated October 18, 2023

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Liver transplant success story: the world's 1st surgery for a 5-day child

Top 5 kidney transplant hospitals in the world

The affordable kidney transplant surgery cost — where to find and how to get