Transplant surgery represents a remarkable achievement in modern medicine, offering a new lease on life for patients with end-stage organ failure. This book explores the intricacies of transplant procedures, including kidney, liver, heart, and lung transplants. Topics include donor selection, organ preservation, immunosuppression, and long-term patient care. It highlights the ethical and logistical challenges of organ transplantation, emphasizing the teamwork required to ensure success in this life-saving endeavor.
Ava Chen is a renowned dermatologist specializing in the dermatological aspects of transplant surgery. Her research explores the skin-related challenges faced by transplant patients, including graft-versus-host disease, immunosuppressive therapy side effects, and wound healing. Ava has authored numerous studies on managing dermatological complications in transplant recipients and improving skin health post-transplant. She has developed comprehensive care protocols that address the unique needs of transplant patients in dermatological care.