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health14 days ago•6 min saved

Young hockey player defies odds after Stage IV colorectal cancer diagnosis and transplant

A 26-year-old hockey player, David Lyon, was diagnosed with Stage IV colorectal cancer after blood in his stool and escalating pain; he underwent chemotherapy, had the primary tumor surgically removed, and in 2024 underwent a liver transplant to treat liver metastases. Eighteen months post-transplant he remains cancer-free and has become an advocate for colon-cancer screening and awareness among young people.

via CBS News|

#blood-in-stool #cancer-awareness #colorectal-cancer

health27 days ago•264 min saved

Young mom defies stage 4 colorectal cancer with donor liver transplant

A 41-year-old mother diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer with liver metastases underwent a life-saving liver transplant from a close family friend after chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Post-surgery tests showed no evidence of disease, highlighting liver transplantation as a potential option for select patients with colorectal liver metastases and underscoring colorectal cancer awareness, especially among younger adults.

via AOL.com|

#colorectal-cancer #health #liver-transplant

health29 days ago•262 min saved

Mom Beats Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer With Life-Saving Liver Transplant

A 41-year-old Los Angeles mom diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer and liver metastases underwent a liver transplant from a close family friend after chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Post-surgery, a blood test showed no evidence of disease, a result Northwestern Medicine notes can be possible in carefully selected patients. The living donor, Lauren Prior, saved her life, and Piccioli is now raising awareness about transplant options for cancer that has spread to the liver and the importance of screenings for younger people.

via AOL.com|

#health #liver-transplant #living-donor

health1 month ago•37 min saved

Stage 4 cancer patient declared disease-free after living-donor liver transplant

Amy Piccioli, whose Stage 4 colorectal cancer had spread to her liver, received a partial liver transplant from a living donor. Three months after the transplant at Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, doctors say she has no evidence of disease and is back to a normal life, thanks to the gift from a close family friend who donated part of her liver.

via Yahoo|

#colorectal-cancer #health #liver-transplant

health2 months ago•4 min saved

California death-cap surge after rainfall proves deadly

A warm, wet winter has triggered a spike in death-cap mushroom poisonings in California, with at least four deaths and three liver transplants reported. Officials warn these mushrooms closely resemble edible varieties, grow in parks and forests (often under oaks), and can cause rapid, fatal liver injury even from small amounts. Foraging is advised against, and warnings have been issued in multiple languages to reach diverse communities.

via NBC News|

#california #death-cap #health

crime2 months ago•4 min saved

Houston Doctor Indicted for Falsifying Records to Deny Liver Transplants

A Houston surgeon, Dr. John Stevenson Bynon Jr., was indicted on five counts of false statements in health care matters for allegedly falsifying medical records to render five patients ineligible for liver transplants; among them, three died and two later received livers at other hospitals. The case prompted Memorial Hermann to temporarily shut down its transplant program, which later reactivated; if convicted, he faces up to five years and a $250,000 fine per count.

via cbsnews.com|

#crime #falsified-medical-records #healthcare-fraud

health2 months ago•4 min saved

Alcohol-linked liver disease drives UCHealth transplant surge

UCHealth says alcohol-related liver disease now accounts for about 45% of its liver transplants, a pandemic-era rise with women disproportionately affected; doctors stress that early detection and reducing or quitting drinking can reverse some liver damage, highlighted by patient stories and concerns ahead of Dry January and the Super Bowl.

via 9News|

#alcohol #health #liver-disease

health2 months ago•7 min saved

California Faces Record Death Cap Outbreak From Foraged Mushrooms

A very wet December spurred a record spread of death cap mushrooms (Amanita phalloides) across California, causing 35 poisonings, including three deaths and three liver transplants, from Nov. 18 to Jan. 6 across multiple counties. Officials warn against foraging for wild mushrooms, noting many cases involve misidentified fungi and readers from diverse language backgrounds. Death cap toxins can cause delayed symptoms and progressive liver damage; if poisoning is suspected, call California Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 or dial 911.

via Los Angeles Times|

#amanita-phalloides #california-outbreak #death-cap

health3 months ago•10 min saved

A Daughter's New Liver: A Life-Changing Gift

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.

via The Times|

#child-health #health #liver-transplant

health5 months ago•2 min saved

Browns Legend Bernie Kosar Seeks Support Amid Health Challenges

Former Browns quarterback Bernie Kosar, 61, is hospitalized and undergoing a third procedure to stop internal bleeding caused by an infection, while awaiting a liver transplant and managing Parkinson's Disease.

via WFMJ.com|

#bernie-kosar #health #hospital

health5 months ago•3 min saved

Bernie Kosar Requests Prayers and Shares Health Update Amidst Surgery Challenges

Bernie Kosar, a Cleveland Browns legend, is battling serious health issues including internal bleeding and liver problems, and is awaiting a liver transplant which has been delayed due to infection. He has undergone multiple surgeries and is seeking support and prayers during this difficult time, while also raising awareness and funds for others facing medical challenges.

via News 5 Cleveland WEWS|

#bernie-kosar #football-injuries #health

health5 months ago•5 min saved

Family Seeks Living Donor to Save 20-Month-Old Isaac's Liver

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.

via Observer and Eccentric Newspapers|

#health #isaac-calkins #liver-transplant

health6 months ago•4 min saved

China Achieves First Successful Pig-to-Human Liver Transplant

Chinese surgeons successfully transplanted a genetically modified pig liver into a human patient with liver cancer, marking a significant milestone in xenotransplantation, though the patient died several months later due to complications. The procedure demonstrated that pig organs can temporarily function in humans, offering hope for addressing organ shortages, especially in China where liver disease is prevalent.

via The New York Times|

#china #genetically-modified-pig-liver #health

health7 months ago•4 min saved

Parents Seek Answers After Son's Sudden Liver-Related Death

A parent inquires if earlier hospital intervention could have saved their son's life, who died from acute-on-chronic liver failure likely related to Wilson's disease, a rare genetic disorder affecting copper metabolism. The doctor explains that earlier diagnosis and management might have prevented the progression, but once acute failure occurred, the prognosis was poor, and a transplant was probably too late.

via OregonLive.com|

#acute-on-chronic-liver-failure #health #hepatology

health7 months ago•2 min saved

Duquesne Freshman's Move-In Day Celebrates 17 Years Post-Liver Transplant

Alaina Janet, who received a liver transplant as a baby, is moving into her college dorm at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, marking 17 years since her transplant and fulfilling her dream to study nursing in the city where she was treated. Her father donated part of his liver, creating a lifelong bond, and her experience has inspired her to pursue a career in healthcare.

via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette|

#college-move-in #health #liver-transplant