Organ Transplantation

Rejection reaction after stem cell transplantation | Rejection reaction

Rejection reaction after stem cell transplantation The most common complications after stem cell transplantation include infections caused by the immunosuppressive drugs and so-called graft-versus-host disease, in which immune cells of the donor are directed against the cells of the recipient. There is an increased risk, especially in the first year, especially in the first six … Rejection reaction after stem cell transplantation | Rejection reaction

Rejection reaction

Introduction If our body’s own immune system recognizes foreign cells, it activates various mechanisms to protect against the mostly undesired invaders. Such a reaction is intentional if pathogens such as bacteria, viruses or fungi are involved. However, a rejection reaction is not desired in the case of organ transplantation. In the worst case, the foreign … Rejection reaction

Lung Transplantation

Introduction The lung (pulmo) is used for gas exchange and breathing. Since it therefore fulfils vital tasks, a lung transplantation is only performed if no other therapy promises a cure. Strictly speaking, the lung consists of 2 lungs, one on the right and one on the left. Depending on the severity and indication, one lung, … Lung Transplantation

Patient Selection | Lung Transplantation

Patient Selection Which patient receives a lung transplant and which does not is often not easy to decide. On the one hand, there is a severe shortage of donor lungs and therefore the number of possible transplants is very limited. However, a patient must meet certain criteria to be eligible for a lung transplant. For … Patient Selection | Lung Transplantation

Contraindications | Lung Transplantation

Contraindications Not every patient who wants a lung transplant can be guaranteed a lung transplant. One reason for this is the lack of donor organs and there are certain contraindications for which lung transplantation should be avoided. One contraindication is for example blood poisoning (sepsis). Lung transplantation is also refrained from in the case of … Contraindications | Lung Transplantation

Organ Donation Card

What is an organ donor card? The issue of organ donor cards affects people of all ages. According to a recent survey, only about one third of Germans have an organ donor card. The majority of them do not feel sufficiently informed. An organ donor card can save lives. It presupposes that one has dealt … Organ Donation Card

Where can I get an organ donor card? | Organ Donation Card

Where can I get an organ donor card? An organ donor card is available free of charge. In many medical practices and pharmacies, the cards are available for taking home. In 2012, the federal government passed the law regulating the decision-making process, which is intended to promote the willingness to donate. Since then, the respective … Where can I get an organ donor card? | Organ Donation Card

Transplantation

Definition Transplantation is the transplantation of organic material. This can be organs, but also other cells or tissues, such as skin, or whole body parts. The transplant can either come from the patient himself or from another person. A distinction is made between living donation and post-mortem organ donation, whereby living donations are only permitted … Transplantation

Immunosuppressants | Transplantation

Immunosuppressants Drug therapy with immunosuppressive drugs is required after each transplant. These drugs suppress the body’s own defense system. The immune system is responsible for recognizing foreign bodies and taking active measures against them. In the case of bacteria or viruses, this is also sensible and useful. However, the transplanted organ is also a foreign … Immunosuppressants | Transplantation

Types of transplants | Transplantation

Types of transplants In a kidney transplantation, a donor kidney is implanted into a patient with kidney disease. This is necessary if both kidneys of the patient fail. This can be the case due to various diseases. These include diabetes mellitus, glomerulonephritis, shrunken or cystic kidneys, severe tissue damage due to urinary retention or nephrosclerosis, … Types of transplants | Transplantation