Organ Transplant

Discipline: Biology (and other Life Sciences)

Type of Paper: Essay (any type)

Academic Level: Undergrad. (yrs 1-2)

Paper Format: APA

Pages: 1 Words: 275

Question

M7 Discussion - The Special Senses - week 13

Approximately 40,000 people a year receive an organ transplant in the United States. Organs transplanted include hearts, lungs, and livers. Why can't we transplant eyes or cochlea? What would be some of the technical difficulties that prevent these types of transplants?

Original Post - Present your hypothesis as to why organs pertaining to the special senses can not currently be transplanted.  Be sure to cite any sources that you use to support your argument. 

Responses to Classmates' Entries (at least 2) - Comment on your classmates' entries. Evaluate their hypothesis and discuss whether it corroborates your own. Please keep all responses positive and courteous in order to establish and maintain a supportive environment.