All articles tagged with #living donor
Vox argues that while living liver donation could greatly reduce the organ shortage, the U.S. lacks a national registry and robust infrastructure to support such programs; building this system—through universal protections for living donors, advanced organ-preservation technology, and expanded surgical training—could unlock more transplants, mirroring the progress seen with living-kidney exchange.
Chris Collins, 38, of Sandusky, was diagnosed as a teen with primary sclerosing cholangitis and received a liver from his aunt in 2023; now, due to disease recurrence and a post-transplant complication, he needs a second liver transplant and has been placed on the transplant list, with a potential living donor option and community fundraising to support the family.
Daryl Hall revealed on social media that he recently underwent a kidney transplant from a living donor, calling it a complete success and saying he’s already feeling better and should be back to normal in a few months, with more Daryl’s House performances on the way.
Hawaii marks National Donate Life Month with Dwight Otani receiving a kidney from his son Mitchell, spotlighting the urgent need for living donors as kidney waitlists grow, plus a UH medical student’s willingness to donate bone marrow to strangers; doctors note most kidneys come from deceased donors, but healthy living donors remain vital and urge sign-ups.
A 39-year-old mother diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer with liver metastases underwent chemotherapy and immunotherapy, had a colon tumor removed, and became the first person at Northwestern Medicine to receive a living-donor liver transplant for metastatic colorectal cancer; she is now disease-free and recovering, highlighting that, in carefully selected cases, liver transplantation can offer long-term survival for colorectal liver metastases, though the procedure remains rare in the U.S.
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.
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.
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.
Actress Bijou Phillips revealed she urgently needs a kidney transplant and is seeking a living donor, warning she’s “hanging on by a thread.” She’s been immunocompromised and on dialysis at UCLA after previously receiving a kidney in 2017, and she wants more time with her daughter as she faces escalating health risks. The plight highlights the urgency of finding a donor amid her ongoing medical challenges and transplant history.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.