szervbeültetéseket

Szervbeültetés, or organ transplantation, is a medical procedure where a failing or damaged organ is replaced with a healthy organ from another person, known as the donor. This life-saving treatment is typically a last resort for patients suffering from end-stage organ failure when other medical interventions are no longer effective. Organs that can be transplanted include kidneys, liver, heart, lungs, pancreas, and intestines.

Donors can be living or deceased. Living donors typically donate a single kidney or a portion of their liver, as these organs can regenerate. Deceased donors, who have been declared brain dead, can donate multiple organs. The success of a transplant depends on a careful match between the donor and recipient to minimize the risk of rejection, where the recipient's immune system attacks the new organ. Immunosuppressant medications are prescribed to the recipient to prevent this rejection and are usually taken for the rest of their life.

The process involves extensive evaluation of both the potential donor and recipient, followed by the surgical implantation of the organ. Post-transplant care is crucial, requiring regular medical follow-ups and adherence to medication regimens. While organ transplantation has revolutionized the treatment of organ failure, the demand for donor organs far exceeds the supply, leading to long waiting lists for patients in need.