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Which is the number one cause for liver transplants in the US?
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The number one cause of tropical deforestation worldwide?
no
What organism causes liver flukes?
according to me virus are dangerous from every organism therefore when our immune system get weak virus attack us and each virus cause different disease so liver fluke is one of the disease which caused by virus
Do kidneys grow back?
Unfortunately, they do not grow back. This is one reason so many individuals need kidney transplants.
Which organs produces enzymes that break down alcohol?
The liver is responsible for breaking down alcohol, but if one drinks too much alcohol the liver will be unable to cope, and over time you may suffer from a condition called cirrhosis of the liver, which may eventually force the sufferer to have a transplant.
Can a digestive system be transplanted?
The large intestine is not transplanted because it is not necessary to sustain life; it is considered much safer to remove a malfunctioning large intestine (i.e perform a colectomy) than it is to then transplant a new one in it's place. There are no published cases of large-intestine transplants or full intestine transplants being performed. (However small intestine transplants are now routinely performed). That's not to say that "it is not medically possible to transplant a large intestine", it just means that any 'benefits' are outweighed by the additional risks involved in transplantation (including but not limited to rejection, infection and side-effects of immuno-suppressives).
Can the liver be removed?
Transplanted, yes. Replaced artificially, no. The unique functions of the liver require that the human body has one that is functioning. This is why livers, or parts of livers, are transplanted in cases of hepatic failure or damage.
Which is the number one cause for liver transplant in the US?
Stop trying to cheat on your novanet health course. Hepatitis C, for goodness sake.
What does it mean when you have spots on the liver?
There are a number of reasons why white spots would be on a person's liver such as inflammation, cysts, and even fatty liver disease. A doctor can determine what is the cause and prescribe medication accordingly.
What does a transplant surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon basically transplants donated organs into someone's body that needs them. There are 4 types of transplants currently: Kidney Liver Pancreas Heart (done by cardiothoracic surgeons, not transplant surgeons in most cases)
Does plendil cause fatty liver?
Plendil, or felodipine, is a calcium channel blocker used by doctors to help reduce patients blood pressure. It is processed by the liver, but should not cause fatty liver - and in fact there are no reports of that in the medical literature. However, if one had previous liver disease, or took other drugs with felodipine - that may cause problems. Drinking alcohol and/or an unhealthy lifestyle is usually the cause of "fatty liver." If you have concerns, you should visit your doctor and get a professional opinion!
How common is liver disease?
According to the American Liver Foundation, liver disease affects approximately 25 million (one in 10) Americans annually.
Can people have lung transplants?
Yes , was one of the first transplants 100% win. Both lungs can be replaced in a row,with proper compatibility tests.
What are the survival rates for lung transplantations?
The survival rate at one year after transplant was 77% for lung transplants and 64% for heart-lung transplants
How long should one give a break from consuming liquor after recovering from jaundice?
If you are jaundiced from liver d/z, why would you want to cause your liver more harm? Your liver is very important to life itself.
Can an overdose on midol kill you?
Answer: At about 6000mg of Acetaminophen at one time, can cause liver damage and even liver failure.
Why is getting an organ transplant so risky?
Organ transplants are risky for many reasons. One reason is due to the fact that the body can reject the donor organ and cause complications.
Why are diabetes patients more likely to need kidney transplants?
On the other hand, diabetes is also the number one cause of chronic kidney failure, or end-stage renal disease (ESRD), which makes this group more likely to eventually require a kidney transplant for survival.
