In a groundbreaking development in the medical landscape, a deceased individual's organs have brought new hope and life to seven people, marking an unprecedented milestone in the country's medical history.
The remarkable feat unfolded following the demise of 31-year-old Uzair bin Yasin from Rawalpindi, who had pledged to donate his organs after his passing. As a result, Uzair's organs were successfully transplanted into seven recipients.
Both of Uzair's kidneys and his eyes were transplanted to four patients, with his liver transplanted into an adult patient and a child due to being healthy.
Dr. Saeed Akhtar, chairman of the Board of Governors at the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute (PKLI), highlighted the significance of this achievement during a news conference held in Lahore. He expressed gratitude to the Punjab government for its support, emphasizing that such groundbreaking endeavours would not have been possible without governmental backing.
Dr. Akhtar underscored the importance of promoting organ donation, stressing the critical role it plays in saving lives and enhancing the quality of life for patients awaiting transplants.
He also commended the collaborative efforts of the medical teams involved, consisting of five consultants and 15 surgeons, whose dedication and expertise ensured the success of the transplant procedures.
Among the recipients of Uzair's donated organs were Atiqur Rehman, a 50-year-old individual from Lahore, who received a portion of the liver, and six-year-old Hamdan from Kohat, who underwent a liver transplant. Additionally, 23-year-old Hasnain from Lahore received the donated pancreas out of an urgent need, offering hope and healing to those in urgent need of organ transplants.
The liver and historic pancreas transplant were carried out at PKLI Lahore, Dr. Faisal told Samaa TV, while the kidneys were transplanted at a private hospital and the eyes at Shifa International Hospital.
Dr. Faisal, dean of PKLI, highlighted the significance of the transplant procedures, including Pakistan's first-ever split liver transplant performed at PKLI. He reiterated the importance of organ donation and emphasized the transformative impact it can have on individuals' lives.
The successful transplantation of Uzair's organs not only saved lives, but also symbolizes a significant leap forward in Pakistan's medical capabilities and highlights the importance of organ donation in addressing critical healthcare needs.
