Cardiology and Vascular Imaging

Heart Transplant

A heart transplant is a complex surgical procedure that involves replacing a damaged or failing heart with a healthy heart from a deceased donor. It is a life-saving treatment option for individuals with end-stage heart disease or severe heart failure, where other treatments have failed. The surgery requires meticulous planning and coordination between medical teams. After transplantation, patients must take immunosuppressant drugs to prevent rejection of the new heart by their immune system. Although heart transplants offer hope and improved quality of life, the availability of suitable donors remains a significant challenge. Research continues to advance in this field, seeking alternatives like artificial hearts and xenotransplantation