Succession of organ recovery technology for next-generation transplant surgeons

Abstract

The severe shortage of donors is the biggest problem for Japanese transplantation. In addition to the lack of sufficient organs for patients with organ failure, this problem also makes it difficult to pass on organ procurement techniques to the next generation of transplant surgeons. We herein introduce educational tools, such as books, Internet resources, and animal lab simulations and video that can help to make up for a lack of practical experience in organ procurement. We deeply believe that these tools will be useful for the education of the next generation of transplant surgeons.