Two kidneys, one liver and two corneas have been donated to the Jeevandan scheme of the government.
Marking 'Organ Donation Day' on Sunday, a health walk coupled with 'Gift a Life' campaign at R.K. beach will be organised by Apollo Hospitals.
Hyderabad: Five organs of a 26-year-old C. Venkat were donated to Jeevandan scheme of the government after he was declared brain dead as a two wheeler hit him from behind. Venkat who was on his way home was hit by an unidentified vehicle and suffered from a severe head injury.
His mother Anuradha, who is a cab driver, gave consent for donating Venkat’s organs. Despite opting for treatment at Aware Global Hospital at LB Nagar, there was no recovery and the neuro-physician declared him brain dead. Two kidneys, one liver and two corneas have been donated to the Jeevandan scheme of the government.
( Source : Deccan Chronicle. )
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