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Brain Dead Woman Gives Life to Five Others
5 Oct
Summary
- A 56-year-old brain-dead woman donated her organs.
- Her family's decision gave life to three patients in Ahmedabad.
- Two Surat residents received corneas from the donor.
A profound act of generosity unfolded recently when a 56-year-old woman, Manjulaben Kantibhai Patel, became an organ donor. Declared brain-dead on October 3, 2026, following an accident on October 1, her family made the compassionate decision to donate her organs. This selfless act offers renewed hope to five individuals. Manjulaben's liver and both kidneys were successfully transported to Ahmedabad, where they will be transplanted into three patients awaiting these vital organs.
The corneas from the donation were allocated to a Surat-based eye bank, promising to restore sight for two recipients. Olpad MLA Mukesh Patel played a crucial role in facilitating the family's decision, emphasizing the life-saving impact of organ donation. The husband of the donor shared that his wife's organs would now give a new life, a stark contrast to their eventual cremation.
To ensure the timely delivery of the liver and kidneys to Ahmedabad, Surat city police established a green corridor. This collaborative effort highlights the community's commitment to organ donation and saving lives.
