What happens if the organ is rejected?
A. Specialized medications are administered and can often correct the rejection. If the rejection cannot be corrected, lifesaving measures must be taken. Attempts may be made to locate another organ for retransplantation. Due to the shortage of donated organs, many recipients die before another organ becomes available. Fortunately, kidney/pancreas transplant patients can return to dialysis or insulin therapy while awaiting a retransplant.
