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Five Guidelines for Talking About Your Decision to Become a Living Donor
The decision to become a living donor is a big one. If you have already decided to become a donor, you may be worried about how your family and friends will react. Here are some guidelines you can follow when starting this conversation. Read More
Categorized as: Transplant
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Have Chronic Lung Disease? 5 Reasons to Be Evaluated for a Lung Transplant
Many people with chronic lung disease view lung transplants as a last resort. However, you may already be a candidate for a lung transplant. Learn why. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Senior Health, Transplant
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Alcohol and Your Liver: How Drinking Affects Liver Function
How does alcohol abuse affects the liver? It's important to understand how much drinking is too much and how can it affect your health and liver function. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Give Life This Season by Becoming an Organ Donor
It may sound dramatic to say you can give the gift of life holiday season. But by becoming an organ donor, you can do exactly that. Learn more from UPMC experts. Learn More
Categorized as: Transplant
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He Gave the Gift of Life – Twice
Living organ donors give the gift of life. Pittsburgher Justin Reed has given the gift of life – twice. Learn more about his story. Learn More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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What Is Cholangiocarcinoma?
Cholangiocarcinoma is an extremely rare form of cancer affecting the bile ducts which connect the liver to the gallbladder and small intestine. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Cystic Fibrosis and Lung Transplant: Is It an Option for You?
New medical advances have increased life expectancy and provided new options, such as lung transplants for cystic fibrosis. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Eye Donation: What Is Corneal Transplantation?
Corneal transplantation, made possible by eye donation, is a common surgery — and one with a high success rate. Learn about becoming a cornea donor. Learn More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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The Gift of Sight: What Is a Corneal Transplant?
What is a corneal transplant? When someone has an injured or diseased cornea, it may need to be replaced. You can donate your corneas after your death. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
Transplant
The transplant experts at UPMC provide world-class information to educate you about your team, the process, and more. Find articles to help you and loved ones during the process, and learn important information about organ donation.
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- Living Organ Donor Recipients and Their Loved Ones.
- Physical Therapy Advice.
- Why Is Exercise Important for Liver Disease Patients?
- Who Qualifies?
- Treatment Options for Chronic Kidney Disease.
- Becoming a Pediatric Living Donor.
- Risk Factors for Advanced Lung Disease.
- Fitness Before and After a Living Donor Transplant.
- Understanding Your Team.
- Benefits and Risks of Becoming a Living Liver Donor.
- Support Systems.
- Much More.
