概述
What is organ transplant
If one of your organs has failed, you may be eligible to receive a transplanted organ from another person (i.e., a donor). This could be due to an illness or injury to your heart, kidney, liver, lung, pancreas, intestines, or other organs. When receiving a transplanted organ, doctors remove the organ from the donor’s body and place it inside of your body. The selection process for an appropriate organ can take a long time, as doctors must carefully match the donor to the recipient. The selection process is very precise, in order to reduce the risk of transplant rejection.
How common is organ transplant
In the United States, 42,887 transplants were performed in 2022. Kidney transplants were the most common, with 25,498 individuals receiving a transplant. Liver transplants were second most common, having 9,528 individuals receive a new liver. Heart and lung transplants were not as prevalent, with 4,111 individuals receiving a heart and 2,692 individuals receiving a lung.
What is transplant rejection
Transplant rejection is when your body’s immune system attacks your new organ because it is not your own. To prevent and treat transplant rejection, your doctor will prescribe medication for you to take. The medication works to block your immune system from damaging your new organ.
How common is transplant rejection
Transplant rejection can occur at any time after receiving a transplanted organ. Rejection most commonly occurs within the first 12 months of a transplant, but it can also slowly progress over time. About 15% to 20% of transplant recipients experience some form of transplant rejection. It is important to take all the medication your doctor prescribes to prevent the occurrence of transplant rejection.
Questions regarding your transplant therapy?
You can reach the Accredo transplant care team, anytime, day or night, seven days a week.
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References:
Cindy Young. (2023, July 24). 2022 organ transplants again set Annual records. UNOS. unos.org/news/.
"Organ Transplantation." MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine, medlineplus.gov/organtransplantation.html. Accessed 29 Aug. 2023.
Professional, C. C. M. (n.d.). Kidney Transplant rejection. Cleveland Clinic. my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/21134-kidney-transplant-rejection
症状
What are the symptoms of transplant rejection
After receiving a transplant, watch for the following signs and symptoms of transplant rejection, which include:
- Pain or tenderness around the transplant site
- Fever higher than 101 degrees Fahrenheit
- Tiredness or loss of energy
- Flu-like symptoms, such as chills, body aches, or headache
如何诊断
If your doctor suspects you may be experiencing transplant rejection, they may draw labs to analyze your blood. In some cases, a biopsy may be done to take a closer look at the tissue of the organ.
References:
Cindy Young. (2023, July 24). 2022 organ transplants again set Annual records. UNOS. unos.org/news/.
"Organ Transplantation." MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine, medlineplus.gov/organtransplantation.html. Accessed 29 Aug. 2023.
Professional, C. C. M. (n.d.). Kidney Transplant rejection. Cleveland Clinic. my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/21134-kidney-transplant-rejection
药品
The following specialty medications are available at Accredo, a specialty pharmacy for transplant.
| Brand | Generic | Transplant Types |
| Cellcept | Mycophenolate mofetil | Kidney, Heart, Liver |
| Imuran, Azasan | Azathioprine | Kidney |
| Myfortic | Mycophenolic acid | Kidney |
| Neoral, Gengraf | Cyclosporine modified | Kidney, Heart, Liver |
| Nulojix | Kidney | |
| Prograf, Astagraf XL, Envarsus XR | Tacrolimus | Prograf - Kidney, Heart, Liver, Lung Astagraf XL, Envarsus XR - Kidney |
| Rapamune | Sirolimus | Kidney |
| Sandimmune | Cyclosporine | Kidney, Heart, Liver |
| Simulect | Kidney | |
| Thymoglobulin | Kidney | |
| Zortress | Everolimus tablets | Kidney, Liver |
References:
Cindy Young. (2023, July 24). 2022 organ transplants again set Annual records. UNOS. unos.org/news/.
"Organ Transplantation." MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine, medlineplus.gov/organtransplantation.html. Accessed 29 Aug. 2023.
Professional, C. C. M. (n.d.). Kidney Transplant rejection. Cleveland Clinic. my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/21134-kidney-transplant-rejection
节约护理费用
您还可获得财政资源援助，以承担您的部分药品费用，包括生产商和社区计划。Accredo 专家可以帮助您找到适合您的计划。
财政指导
急救性质的特殊药品很昂贵。通过此视频，了解 Accredo 团队如何帮助个人找到可以负担他们救命药品费用的方式。
Finding Support
Transplant Organizations
There are many organizations that support research and advocacy for transplant. 下面是其中部分组织。
支持组织
American Transplant Foundation
Children’s Organ Transplant Association
National Foundation for Transplants
Center for Organ Recovery & Education
政府组织
Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network
Health Resources and Services Administration
团队介绍
Accredo’s transplant care team is dedicated to serving you and we understand the complexity of your condition. 我们的特殊培训临床医师每周 7 天、每天 24 小时为您提供服务，以回答您的任何问题。
我们为什么要这样做
Accredo 为慢性和复杂病症患者提供支持，并帮助他们过上最好的生活。请观看我们的视频，了解我们为什么为患者尽心尽力。
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