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Article - 4 Minute Read
Treating Cancer After an Organ Transplant
Cancers that recur after organ transplant, or new cancers that develop, are often challenging to treat. Expert, multidisciplinary care can help. Read More
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Black Lung Disease: Q&A With Elizabeth Lendermon, MD
Elizabeth Lendermon, MD, a specialist in transplant pulmonology, answers questions and concerns about black lung disease. Learn about what you should know if you or a loved one is at risk. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Sun Safety for Transplant Recipients
Learn how transplant recipients can reduce skin cancer risk with sun safety tips, regular exams, and support from dermatology and transplant teams. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Article - 4 Minute Read
What Is the Recovery Time for a Living-Liver Donor?
Although recovery times vary, you should be back to full health and activity within a few months after donating part of your liver in a living-donor transplant. Read More
Categorized as: Liver Transplant, Living and Wellness, Transplant
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What to Know About Multiple Listing for a Transplant
Multiple listing involves registering at two or more transplant hospitals. Being listed at multiple hospitals may increase your chances of receiving an organ. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Article - 1 Minute Read
Maria and Eduardo’s Living Kidney Transplant Story
Maria Arce's family couldn't imagine life without their matriarch. When they learned she needed a kidney transplant, everyone volunteered to be donors. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Kidney Transplant, Transplant
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Does Blood Type Matter for Transplants?
Blood type match between organ donor and recipient gives transplant surgery the best possible chance of success. Learn why blood type in transplant matters. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Article - 3 Minute Read
Legacy of the UPMC Heart Transplant Program
UPMC heart transplant recipient Joy Prestosh is an example of our rich legacy in innovation and outstanding patient outcomes. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Meet a UPMC Lung Transplant Surgeon – Dr. Norihisa Shigemura
Dr. Norihisa Shigemura is the surgical director of the UPMC Lung Transplant Program and co-chief of Cardiothoracic Transplant at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Transplant
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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.
Look for articles about:
- 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.
