What is a combined transplant performed in Italy?

A combined transplant, like the one in Italy, involves transplanting two or more organs simultaneously from a single donor.

Who received the first combined organ transplant in Italy?

The first recipient of a combined organ transplant in Italy was a 7-year-old girl who received organs from her father.

What medical approvals were needed for the Italian combined transplant?

The combined transplant in Italy required approval from the prosecutor's office, a Regional Third Party Commission, and suitability assessments.

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First Combined Transplant in Italy: Dad Saves Daughter

20 Jan

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Summary

A father in Italy performed the nation's first simultaneous combined organ transplant.
He donated a kidney and part of his liver to his 7-year-old daughter.
Both father and daughter were discharged from the hospital and are recovering well.

First Combined Transplant in Italy: Dad Saves Daughter

A historic medical milestone was achieved in Italy as a 37-year-old Serbian father became the nation's first to undergo a simultaneous combined organ transplant. He generously donated a kidney and a section of his liver to his 7-year-old daughter, Sofija.

The young girl had been battling a rare genetic disease affecting her liver and kidneys, necessitating dialysis since she was four years old. This life-saving procedure at Papa Giovanni XXIII Hospital required extensive assessments and approvals.

Following the successful transplant, both the father and daughter are reported to be in good health. They were discharged from the hospital on Monday and are now recovering, marking a significant victory against a serious illness.