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What Is an Organ Transplant?
Organ transplant is a surgical procedure to remove damaged or diseased organs and replace them with healthy donor organs. Preparation for a transplant is an extensive process and includes a detailed evaluation, a search for donor organ transplant surgery and a recovery period.
Below is a comprehensive resource listing for organ transplant patients. Each resource includes a brief description and an active link for easy access.
Support Groups
Loyola Medicine Transplant Support Group
Provides support and resources for lung transplant patients.
Northwestern Medicine Transplant Support Group
Offers support for various types of transplants, including cardiac and lung.
University of Chicago Medicine Transplant Support Group
Comprehensive support for transplant patients, focusing on lung transplants.
University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UIC) Transplant Support Group
Provides resources and support for transplant patients, with a focus on lung transplants.
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Lurie Children's Hospital Transplant Support Group
Specialized support for pediatric transplant patients.
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Organizations Specific to Transplants
Gift of Life
Provides support and resources for organ donation and transplant patients.
National Kidney Foundation – Transplantation
Provides extensive information on kidney transplants
National Living Donor Assistance Center (NLDAC)
The NLDAC mission is to reduce the financial disincentives to living organ donation. To this end, we operate a nationwide system that provides reimbursement of travel and subsistence expenses, lost wages, and dependent care expenses to people being evaluated for and/or undergoing living organ donation. Priority is given to those who could not otherwise afford to donate.
United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) Manages the national transplant waiting list and provides comprehensive resources for transplant patients.
Post-Transplant Care Information
Importance of Follow Up Care and Check-Ups After Transplant Surgery
Kidney Transplant Care
Information on what to expect post-transplant, managing medications, and safety guidelines.
Liver Transplant Care
Guidelines for post-transplant care, including diet and medication management.
Stem Cell Transplant Care
Resources for managing post-transplant care and understanding the immunocompromised state.
Pre- & Post-Transplant Care
Information on both pre/post-transplant care
Lymphoma and Leukemia Transplant Care
Information on post-transplant care for lymphoma and leukemia patients.
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CAR-T Cell Transplant Care
Guidelines and recommendations for post-transplant care specific to CAR-T cell therapy.
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Organ Transplant Housing Support
Medical Center Housing by UIC
Provides housing support for transplant patients and their families.
Lifestyle Changes
Diet and Nutrition
Dietary guidelines for transplant patients, including foods to avoid and managing diabetes.
Exercise and Physical Activity
Safe exercise routines and physical activity recommendations for transplant patients.
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Mental Health Post-Transplant Surgery
Resources for managing stress, anxiety, and emotional processing post-transplant.
Other Considerations
Guidelines for Managing Your Safety Post-Transplant
Information on Finding Housing Support After Transplant Surgery
Understanding the Emotional and Physical Changes Post-Transplant Surgery
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