Donación De Órganos

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Im going to talk about organ donation. I have chosen this topic because it is a generous and worthwhile decision that can be a lifesaver.
Researchers began experimenting with organtransplantation in animals and humans in the 18th century. Over the years, scientists experienced many failures, but by the mid-20th century, successful organ transplants had been performed. Transplants ofkidneys, livers, hearts, lungs, pancreases and small bowels are now considered an accepted part of medical treatment. Bone marrow transplants are saving lives, corneal transplants are restoring sight andmedical miracles are happening every day.
Unfortunately, the need for organ transplants continues to exceed the organ supply. Fifteen people die each day due to the shortage of transplantableorgans. But as medical technology improves, and more donors become available, thousands of people each year will live longer and better lives.
Before someone becomes a living donor, he/she is given anevaluation to see if she is qualified for donation. Living donors need to be fit physically, psychologically and emotionally fit, and ideally should be between the ages of 18 and 60. A donor cannot havesuffered from or currently be afflicted with diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure, kidney ailments or coronary disease.

It can be hard to think about what's going to happen to your body after youdie, let alone donating your organs and tissue. But being an organ donor is a generous and worthwhile decision that can be a lifesaver.
Understanding organ donation can make you feel better about yourchoice. If you've delayed your decision to be a donor because of possibly inaccurate information, here are answers to some common organ donation myths and concerns
Some people think if they agree todonate their organs, the hospital staff won´t work as hard to save their lives but, in fact, when you go to the hospital for treatment, doctors focus on saving your life — not somebody else's....