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 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 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
