Italian father donates kidney and liver to save his 7-year-old daughter’s life
A 37-year-old father in Italy has made medical history by donating both a kidney and part of his liver to his 7-year-old daughter. The groundbreaking procedure marks the first simultaneous organ donation of its kind in the country. Both father and daughter are now recovering well after the surgery.
The young girl, named Sofija, suffered from a rare genetic disorder that severely damaged her liver and kidneys. Since the age of four, she had relied on dialysis to stay alive. Doctors determined that a dual transplant was her best chance for a healthy future.
Her father stepped forward as the donor, offering a kidney and a portion of his liver. The complex operation took place recently, with surgeons performing the transplants at the same time. Medical records confirm this is the first time such a procedure has been carried out in Italy.
Following the surgery, both Sofija and her father were monitored closely. Their recovery progressed smoothly, and they have since been discharged from the hospital.
The successful operation sets a new precedent in Italian medical practice. Sofija no longer requires dialysis, and her long-term health outlook has improved. The case highlights the possibilities of advanced transplant surgery for patients with multiple organ failures.
