Zahedan University of Medical Sciences

A total of 817 cases of cornea transplant conducted in Al-Zahra(SA) Sub-speciality Eye Hospital in Zahedan, Southeast of Iran

Zahedan-Irna- Dr. Ghasem Miri- Aliabadi Vice Chancellor for Treatment of Zahedan University of Medical Sciences (ZUMS) said that more than 817 cases of cornea transplant have been conducted in Zahedan Al-Zahra sub-speciality Eye Hospital since the establishment of the department 10 years ago.
According to the Public Relations Office of ZAUMS, Dr. Miri-Aliabadi said that during the same period 142 cases of kidney transplant have also been conducted in the province of Sistan and Baluchestan. " It is not possible to take some measures required with regard to conducting transplant, but in case of availability of donors, coordination regarding the procedures will be made by ZAUMS." He added.
Referring to the formation of a strong team comprising of surgeons, physicians, nurses and operating room technicians in the next two months, Dr. Miri-Aliabadi said that those are interested in organ donation may see our website SB.EHDA.CENTER or visit Organ Harvesting Unit in Vice Chancellery for Treatment in Zahedan University of Medical Sciences.
He said every year between 5000-8000 individuals are struck with brain death and the organs of each case can save the life of at least 8 people. "If all 50 percent organs, suitable for donation, are transplanted to those who are in waiting for receiving organ donation, a total of 24000 organ transplants will be conducted every year and thousands of lives will be saved." Dr. Miri added.

Public relations of Zahedan University of Medical Sciences