Tissue donation is the process by which a deceased person donates parts of their body to be used in procedures to repair various defects and injuries. Donated tissue can dramatically improve someone’s life and/or save their life.
One tissue donor can save and improve the quality of life for more than 75 individuals
How Does Tissue Donation Happen?
During the time leading up to a potential tissue donor’s death a medical practitioner representing DonorConnect will collaborate with doctors, nurses, and family members of the potential donor to discuss the viability of tissue donation.
If the patient had signed up to be a tissue donor, this is shared with the family. If they had not signed up, the patient’s family will have the opportunity to consider tissue donation on behalf of their loved one.
After it has been determined that tissue can be donated, a surgical team recovers the tissue. The procedure is done in a way that the body can be reconstructed to allow a viewing or an open casket.
We partner with several tissue banks. Tissue is shipped following recovery to our processing partners who prepare these tissue grafts for transplant. Recipients of tissue grafts do not need to take medication to avoid rejection.
The Gift and Impact of Tissues
Corneas
The gift of sight can be given to someone visually impaired through the generosity of a donated cornea.
Veins & Arteries
A limb can be saved from amputation when circulation is restored through the gift of donated veins and arteries.
Tendons
The gift of renewed mobility can be given to someone in need through donated ligaments and tendons.
Heart Valves
A second chance at life can be given to infants, adults, and children with congenital heart defects through the gift of a donated heart valve.
Skin
Healing can begin for burn victims and trauma patients — and even serious wound infections — through the generous gift of donated skin.
Bone
A fractured or diseased bone can be repaired, restoring strength to the spine, joints, and limbs, through the generous gift of donated bone.
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Every Community Needs Heroes!
Making the decision to donate life is a generous, heroic act. One organ, tissue, and eye donor can save and heal over 75 lives. Be a hero and register as a donor today.
