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American Society of Transplantation
The American Society of Transplantation is an international organization of transplant professionals dedicated to advancing the field of transplantation through the promotion of research, education, advocacy, and organ donation to improve patient care. This site offers a forum for the exchange of knowledge, scientific information and expertise in the field of transplantation such as patient information articles, public policy statements, and virtual meeting rooms
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American Society of Transplant Surgeons
The ASTS, a non-profit organization, and its Members are committed to leading the way in the 21st Century in fostering and advancing the practice and science of transplantation for the benefit of patients and society. This site offers information about society activities, plus an online conference center for members.
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The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases: Kidney Transplantation
The National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NKUDIC) was established in 1987 to increase knowledge and understanding about diseases of the kidneys and urologic system among people with these conditions and their families, health care professionals, and the general public. This site contains a fact sheet which includes information about the kidney transplantation process, posttransplant care, and financial issues.
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The National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse (NDDIC):Liver Transplantation fact sheet
NDDIC was established in 1980 to increase knowledge and understanding about digestive diseases among people with these conditions and their families, health care professionals, and the general public. This site contains a fact sheet which includes information about the liver transplantation including the signs of liver failure, hospital procedure, and rejection.
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The Transplantation Society
The Transplantation Society provides the focus for global leadership in transplantation by: developing its science and clinical practice, fostering scientific communication and continuing education, and guiding ethical practices. The site offers a wealth of information for the transplant practitioner including policy and ethics, tutorials, and a link to its official journal.
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Children's Organ Transplant Association
The Children's Organ Transplant Association (COTA) exists to assist patients who require a life-saving organ, bone marrow, cord blood or stem cell transplant. This site offers links to information about how to organize fundraisers and public awareness campaigns to help families meet transplant related expenses.
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Eurotransplant Foundation
The Eurotransplant Foundation is a non-profit organization whose main aim is to encourage organ transplantation. Eurotransplant coordinates international exchange of donor organs across a region with 116 million inhabitants. This site offers links to transplant centers, patient organizations and general information on heart, lung, kidney, liver, pancreas, and bowel transplants.
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LifeNet
LifeNet is dedicated to improving the quality of human life through the provision of organs and tissues for transplantation and to serve the community by providing educational and support services, which enhance the donation process. The site provides information on donor family services, organ donation, and organ procurement.
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National Transplant Assistance Fund
National Transplant Assistance Fund is dedicated to providing financial, social and emotional support to transplant candidates. NTAF counsels patients regarding location and cost of transplant centers and other possible sources of financial assistance. Site includes educational articles and donor information
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United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS)
UNOS adminsters the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) which links all of the professionals involved in the donation and transplantation system. Its goals are to increase and ensure the effectiveness, efficiency and equity of organ sharing in the national system of organ allocation as wello as increase the supply of donated organs available for transplantation. The site offers transplantation facts, news, public policy and calendar of events.
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Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients
The SRTR supports the ongoing evaluation of the scientific and clinical status of solid organ transplantation in the United States. It is administered by the University Renal Research and Education Association (URREA) with the University of Michigan. This site offers fast facts about transplantion, transplant statistics, and research publications.
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