All articles tagged with #heart transplant
Originally Published 18 days ago — by Yahoo
Influencer Estee Williams announced her 3-month-old daughter Estelle is on life support after a cardiac arrest, with her condition closely monitored as she awaits a heart transplant, and a GoFundMe campaign has nearly reached its goal.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by Good News Network
An 11-year-old girl named Ava, who had been waiting over 200 days for a heart transplant due to heart defects and failure, received her new heart after a successful surgery, and her emotional reaction was captured on video, marking a significant milestone in her recovery.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Mirror
The parents of six-month-old Rory, who suffers from dilated cardiomyopathy and is awaiting a heart transplant, are pleading for organ donors amid a record-high UK waiting list and declining donor numbers, highlighting the urgent need for increased organ donation registration to save lives.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NPR
A 12-year-old Ukrainian girl, Kira Skilarova, received a life-saving heart transplant during a Russian attack on Kyiv, after her own heart was severely weakened by illness. The transplant was made possible by organ donation from a 4-year-old girl who died in a hospital across the city, despite the dangerous conditions caused by ongoing conflict. Kira is now on the path to recovery, with her family hopeful for a better future.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
Doctors at Duke University successfully performed the first partial heart transplant on a child with a severe heart defect, showing promising results for this innovative procedure as an alternative to risky full heart transplants in infants.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
A couple married at Allegheny General Hospital while awaiting a heart transplant for the groom, highlighting their love and resilience amid serious health challenges, with hospital staff helping to make their wedding happen despite medical complications.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NBC News
Researchers at Duke and Vanderbilt have developed new, simpler methods to recover hearts from donation after circulatory death (DCD), potentially increasing the number of hearts available for transplant and saving more lives, especially among children and adults in need of urgent transplants.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Yahoo
Researchers at Duke and Vanderbilt are developing new, simpler methods to recover hearts from donation after circulatory death (DCD), potentially increasing the number of hearts available for transplant and saving more lives, especially among children and adults with heart failure.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CNN
Amidst ongoing Russian attacks on Kyiv, Dr. Borys Todurov risked his life to deliver a heart for a life-saving transplant to a critically ill child, successfully performing the operation just hours after a dangerous drive through the city under attack.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Morning Call
Joy Prestosh, a 66-year-old woman from Bethlehem, celebrated 40 years with the same transplanted heart, making her one of the longest-lived heart transplant recipients in the U.S. Despite the median survival time for heart transplants being around a decade, Prestosh's adherence to medical advice, good care, and a bit of luck have contributed to her remarkable longevity. Her journey began with postpartum cardiomyopathy, leading to a life-saving transplant at age 26. She credits her survival to divine intervention, medical compliance, and a perfect donor match.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Neuroscience News
A groundbreaking study demonstrates the successful preservation of pig hearts for over 24 hours using normothermic ex-vivo heart perfusion (NEHP), potentially revolutionizing heart transplantation by extending the viability period beyond the current six-hour window. By incorporating techniques like hemofiltration, plasma exchange, and intermittent left atrial perfusion, this research could increase the donor heart pool and improve logistics in heart transplantation, offering hope for more hearts to be available for those in need.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Jenn Green, a detention officer from Wyoming, recently underwent her third heart transplant, 36 years after her first. Diagnosed with heart disease at 13, she became the state's youngest heart transplant patient after an extraordinary fundraising effort. Despite facing rejection and coronary artery disease, she remains resilient and credits her recovery to faith and the support of her community. Green's remarkable journey serves as an inspiration, and she hopes to encourage others to never give up and trust in the power of hope and faith.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KMBC Kansas City
Garen Armstrong initially thought he had a sinus infection, but it turned out to be heart failure caused by an infection that spread to his heart. After receiving a life-saving implant and later a heart transplant, he now encourages everyone to become organ donors. Despite facing potential challenges with his new heart, he remains grateful for the life he has and celebrates life's moments.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The US Sun
Four-year-old Evie has been in the hospital for over a year, waiting for a heart transplant due to dilated cardiomyopathy. Her mother, Chloe, is raising awareness about child organ donation and documenting Evie's journey on social media. The family is hoping for a suitable donor match, as finding the right match for Evie is challenging due to her young age. Despite the difficulties, Evie's lively personality brings light into their lives, and her family is eagerly awaiting a donor to give her a chance at a healthier future.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Former NBA player and "Survivor" contestant Scot Pollard, 49, successfully underwent a heart transplant after suffering heart damage from a virus in 2021. His wife shared updates on his positive recovery, expressing gratitude for the donor and their family. Pollard, known for his basketball career and reality TV appearance, had been open about his condition and the need for a transplant.