World Transplant Day

Transplantation is a medical procedure that consists of replacing a diseased organ or tissue with a properly functioning one to improve the quality of life. Transplants have become a medical practice with multiple benefits for patients with chronic diseases who otherwise would not have a second chance. It is essential to have altruistic donors. Transplantology is a branch of medicine that studies the problems of organ transplantation, as well as the prospects of creating artificial organs.

June 6th is World Transplant Day, drawing attention to people who live with transplanted organs or are currently waiting for transplantation. Many people need an organ transplant due to genetic conditions, such as polycystic kidney disease, cystic fibrosis, or a heart defect.