Organ transplant


Each organ in your body performs a vital function. Although not all organs can be transplanted, when an organ fails because of disease or injury, an organ transplant may be a lifesaving option for some people.

An organ transplant replaces a failing organ with a healthy one from a donor.

Organs most often transplanted include the:
Kidney
Heart
Lung
Pancreas
Liver

Transplantation can be a long and challenging process. The thought of having an organ transplant may be frightening or overwhelming, but a transplant can greatly improve your quality of life. After an organ transplant, to prevent organ rejection, the patient often has to have life long drug therapy. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.