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For [Robert], the decision was excruciatingly difficult. [Maria] had been turned down as a potential donor. [Steve Beriault]'s other brother, Mike, was not a suitable candidate. Both of his parents were considered too old to be donors. Months dragged on and still Robert could not decide. My hus...

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Veröffentlicht in:Medical Post 2004-05, Vol.40 (18), p.24
1. Verfasser: Andrew, Cathy
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Amputation
Andrew, Cathy
Blood & organ donations
Diabetes
Hemodialysis
Insulin
Kidneys
Physicians
Surgery
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Zusammenfassung:For [Robert], the decision was excruciatingly difficult. [Maria] had been turned down as a potential donor. [Steve Beriault]'s other brother, Mike, was not a suitable candidate. Both of his parents were considered too old to be donors. Months dragged on and still Robert could not decide. My husband questioned: "What if one of our kids needs a kidney?" After waffling for many months, pressure from Mike-and from mehelped Robert turn the decision corner.
ISSN:0025-7435