In this week's Medical Edge, meet a young man who gave one of his kidneys to his little brother. Ravi needed a transplant because his kidneys were failing due to a condition he had since birth. Doctors use the laparoscopic technique only to take out a kidney, not to transplant it into the body. Laparoscopy is used for many other types of procedures such as gall bladder or heartburn surgery. Dr. Mulligan reminds us that there is a major organ shortage in this country.
Thousands die each year waiting for transplants.
Let your family and friends know if you wish to be an organ donor.