Pediatric TransplantationChildren often have many questions about organ donation and transplantation. As parents, it can be challenging to know how to best support them during this stressful time. To learn more, choose an option below: U.S. Pediatric Transplants by AgeThe chart below shows total pediatric transplants performed in the United States organized by recipient age to date.
Based on current OPTN data as reported on July 18, 2008. Data subject to change based on future data submission or correction. The United Network for Organ Sharing is committed to providing accurate and reliable information for transplant patients. To learn more about our content authorship and review process, please read about our Editorial Board. The content on this page was originally created on August 1, 2003 by the United Network for Organ Sharing and last modified on September 13, 2006. This Web site is intended solely for the purpose of electronically providing the public with general health-related information and convenient access to the data resources. UNOS is not affiliated with any one product nor does UNOS assume responsibility for any error, omissions or other discrepancies. |
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