Organ transplantation is not a shocking thing in today’s time. But doctors also believe that no transplanted organ can last more than 20-30 years. After this some problems start arising. But you must be knowing that a woman in Britain has a 108 year old kidney. The woman’s mother had donated her kidney 50 years ago, even today it is fine. He doesn’t have any kind of problem. Even the doctors are shocked to see this.
According to the report of Daily Mail, when Sue Westhead, a resident of England, was 12-13 years old, she started having kidney problems. Dialysis was started at the same age and finally by the time he reached the age of 25, his kidneys failed. When doctors advised transplant, mother Ann Metcalf donated one of her kidneys. He underwent surgery at the Royal Victoria Infirmary in July 1973. If his mother were alive today, she would have been 108 years old. You will be surprised to know that it has been 50 years since Sue Westhead received her mother’s kidney transplant and till date she has no problems. Even today, the kidney of her 108 year old mother is functioning well in her body.
going to celebrate golden jubilee anniversary
Doctors are surprised to see this, because they believe that implants last only for a maximum of 20 years. On the other hand, Sue Westhead has started preparations to celebrate it like her mother’s birthday. She is going to celebrate the golden jubilee anniversary of this transplant. Su’s mother died in a road accident in 1985 at the age of 69. Westhead said, when I had my transplant, I thought I would be very lucky if I got five years. But thanks to my mother and doctors, I am alive even after 50 years and feel healthy.
What did the doctor say after seeing…
Sue told the BBC, “My mother literally gave me life, because I would not have lived long if she had not given me a kidney.” I could barely walk. My complexion had become pale, but after the transplant I suddenly had a rosy glow. If you are also thinking of donating organs for your loved one, then definitely do it. Just imagine how much happiness you will bring to that person and his family who is living a miserable life tied to dialysis. They will always be indebted. Dr Rachel Davison, Sue Westhead’s nephrologist, said, “We have examined her and she is absolutely healthy.” This is no less than a surprise. This proves how long a transplant can give someone a long life.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: January 19, 2024, 16:06 IST
