The Transplant Center at the Republican Hospital No. 1 of the National Medical Center has seen an expansion in its organ donation and transplantation quota for the year. With plans to conduct 15 organ transplants, including a critical heart transplant, the center marks a significant increase in its capabilities. Since its inception in 2001, the center has successfully performed around 140 kidney transplants, 30 liver transplants, and one heart transplant, showcasing a dedicated effort to advance in the field of organ transplantation.
The hospital conducts organ transplants using both living and cadaver donors. Despite challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, which slowed operations, the center aims to restore its procedure rate to pre-pandemic levels, targeting approximately 12 organ transplants annually across all major organs. The goal is to elevate its operations back to the high standards maintained prior to the global health crisis.
In August, the center received valuable guidance from visiting academician Sergey Vladimirovich, who emphasized the need for further improvements. He recommended increasing the number of transplants to meet the growing demand, highlighting that the current number of procedures is insufficient for the population size. This audit has set the stage for the center’s efforts to enhance its contributions to medical transplantation in the region.
The emphasis on boosting transplant numbers responds to the pressing necessity to address the organ shortage that affects patients nationwide. The administration and medical staff at the Republican Hospital are committed to not only achieving but surpassing their prior achievements, aiming to serve better and save more lives with every successful transplant.
