All articles tagged with #living donor
Originally Published 21 days ago — by The Times
A mother undergoes a living donor liver transplant to save her daughter Ruby, who suffers from the rare metabolic condition PMM2-CDG, leading to significant health improvements and highlighting the emotional and medical complexities of such procedures.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Observer and Eccentric Newspapers
Toddler Isaac Calkins, suffering from a rare genetic disorder called OTC deficiency, urgently needs a liver transplant and his family is seeking a living donor to help save his life, as his condition worsens and he faces multiple health challenges.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WGAL Susquehanna Valley Pa.
Maggie Hengst, a 75-year-old woman from York County, is in need of a kidney due to a rare kidney disease. She and her family are among the few affected by this condition, and after waiting for three years, she is making a plea for a living donor. Hengst hopes that someone will step up to share a spare kidney, as donors do not need to be the same blood type and the procedure is covered by her insurance.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WTVD-TV
23-year-old Harris Cannady is in need of a kidney transplant due to a rare auto-immune disorder. His family is seeking a living donor and encouraging others to get tested to see if they are a match. The process has been challenging, but they remain hopeful and are leaning on their faith. The story also highlights the importance of organ donation and the impact it can have on saving lives.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Defector
The author shares their personal experience of donating a kidney to a friend with polycystic kidney disease. They describe the relatively smooth process of screening, lab work, and surgery, as well as the financial assistance available for living donors. The recovery period was manageable, with some pain and fatigue, but overall, the author's health is not expected to be significantly impacted. The article emphasizes the importance of kidney donation and encourages others to consider getting screened to help those in need.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KOAT New Mexico
A North Carolina woman suffering from non-alcoholic cirrhosis of the liver for over eight years received a new liver from her daughter in a living donor transplant, the first of its kind at the University of North Carolina hospitals in 20 years. The daughter used a kit she found online to verify that they would be a match and said she did it for all the future moments, like her wedding and having kids. The family is now focused on Meredith's new quality of life and a stronger bond.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WESH 2 Orlando
A North Carolina woman suffering from non-alcoholic cirrhosis of the liver for over eight years received a new liver from her daughter in a living donor transplant, the first of its kind at the University of North Carolina hospitals in 20 years. The daughter used a kit she found online to verify that they would be a match and said she did it for all the future moments, like her wedding and having kids. The family is now focused on Meredith's new quality of life and a stronger bond.