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Boy's life hangs in balance; liver transplant urgently needed
17 Jul
Summary
- Five-year-old Harrison suffers from a rare Alagille Syndrome.
- He has been waiting 15 months for a life-saving liver transplant.
- England's organ donation opt-out system has not reduced wait times.
A young boy named Harrison is in a critical condition, awaiting a life-saving liver transplant. The five-year-old has Alagille Syndrome, a rare disorder that affects his organs, eyes, and skeleton. Harrison's mother, Kirsty, has been patiently waiting for 15 months since her son was placed on the transplant list.
Harrison previously underwent open-heart surgery two years ago, which was necessary for him to be eligible for the transplant list. His condition highlights ongoing challenges in organ donation, as a suitable match has yet to be found. This situation persists despite the implementation of an opt-out organ donation system in England in 2020, designed to increase the availability of organs for transplantation.
