ORGAN TRANSPLANTATION

Organ transplantation is defined as the transfer of organs from cadavers or living creatures to a patient suffering from incurable diseases or organs that do not fulfill their functions.In organ transplantation, an active organ is transferred instead of a damaged organ.All organ transplants, except heart transplantation, can be performed from living to living.

Kidney, liver, intestine, pancreas and heart can be transplanted from cadaver to patient.Thanks to organ plastic surgery, many people can be saved.Nowadays, there has been a great increase in organ plasticity.

How are organ plasties performed?

Organ plasty operations require due care and expertise.Modern surgical technology and techniques are applied by these important surgeons.With safe and bleeding-free organ aesthetic operations, patients can return to their normal lives in a short time. After the procedures, there will be no disruption in the patients' lives and there will be no obstacles in their bodies.

Who can be a donor for organ transplantation?

According to the instructions of the Ministry of Health, organ transplantation can be performed between relatives up to the 4th stage.However, organ transplantation other than relatives is possible with the approval of the Regional Ethics Committees.In addition, cross donor variation can be made within the legal framework.

In which hospitals can organ transplantation be done?

There should be higher service delivery in the hospital to carry out organ transplantation.The belief that organ transplantation is just a surgical operation is wrong.There are many stages before and after transplantation.Organ transplantation is done with the help of other units.Therefore, it is important that the hospital is strong and has potential for organ transplantation.

Points that organ donors should pay attention to

Anyone aged 18 and over can donate their organs and compositions.In case of an unexpected death, the document showing that the organs are donated is signed in front of two witnesses by applying to the Health Directorates, hospitals or relevant institutions.Then, a tissue and organ donation certificate is obtained.

Donors should also inform their relatives about this.If relatives object, the organ transplant procedure is canceled regardless of the documentation.The donor's organs can be transplanted provided that the person's parents and relatives approve.If the organs are compatible, transplantation procedures are carried out immediately.

Organ Transplantation in Turkey

In line with the procedures applied in Turkey, organ transplantation procedures can be performed in many health institutions, especially university hospitals.