More than 2.5 million tissue transplant surgeries are performed every year in the U.S. In fact, one in 20 Americans will require some type of tissue transplant each year due to injuries, disease or surgical reconstruction. There are many different ways tissue can be used to heal people.
Rebuild limbs after an injury or disease preventing amputation
Repair knee and ankle injuries from cancer, trauma, joint disease or arthritis
Mend damaged valves in life-saving surgeries for children and adults with heart disease
Restore blood flow, prevent amputation and are used in heart bypass surgery
Heals burns and aids in reconstructive surgery after a mastectomy
Just one donor can affect the lives of more than 75 people in need of restorative tissue.
