Caring for the organ.
Preservation is the care of an organ between donation and transplantation. Different organs may need different approaches.
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EVERY JOURNEY
IS PERSONAL.
For patients. For families.
For the life beyond the transplant.
A patient perspective
A STORY WORTH HEARING.
Take a moment to watch. Then explore the technology behind the donor organ journey and the questions you can bring to your care team.
A patient story shared by Paragonix Technologies.
Understanding the journey
There is a person behind every transplant.
And a team behind every step.
A transplant can bring a lot of unfamiliar language and questions. This is a place to learn about preservation, understand Paragonix’s role, and prepare for a conversation with your care team.
Contact us today01 / Get to know the technology
A CLOSER LOOK
AT ORGAN PRESERVATION.
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For donor hearts
Paragonix SherpaPak®
A preservation and transport system for donor hearts. Ask your transplant team how the donated heart is cared for on its way to the hospital.
01Learn what each system is used for
02Get familiar with the terminology
03Bring your questions to your care team
These systems are used by healthcare professionals. Your transplant team decides which approach is appropriate for your care.
02 / Making sense of preservation
A GIFT OF LIFE.
A CAREFULLY
COORDINATED JOURNEY.
Paragonix develops technology used by transplant professionals to preserve and transport donated organs.
Connecting the hospitals.
The journey can involve multiple teams and locations. Preservation and monitoring help support the professionals responsible for transport.
Keeping your care personal.
Your transplant team evaluates your individual circumstances and makes the medical decisions about your care.
03 / Start the conversation
YOU DON’T NEED
ALL THE ANSWERS
TO ASK A QUESTION.
Bring these questions to your next appointment. You can also contact Paragonix for general information about its technology.
Contact us todayQuestions for your transplant team
- How is a donated organ preserved on its way to our hospital?
- What preservation technology does our program use?
- How does the team decide which approach to use?
- Who can help me understand the next steps in my care?
You can save these questions or bring this page to your appointment.
04 / Patient questions
A LITTLE MORE CLARITY.
Can I choose a preservation device myself?
Device selection is a medical decision made by your transplant team. You can ask which technologies they use and how they decide what is appropriate.
Does contacting Paragonix put me on a transplant waiting list?
No. This enquiry is for general information about Paragonix technology. Speak with a transplant program about evaluation and waiting-list questions.
Where can I find a center that uses Paragonix technology?
Visit the Paragonix center directory, then confirm details with the center and your care team.
Can Paragonix answer questions about my treatment?
Your transplant team is the right contact for personal medical advice. Paragonix can provide general information about its technology.
For patients, families & caregivers
LET’S HELP YOU
LEARN MORE.
Have questions about Paragonix? Request general information about its preservation technology or patient resources.
For personal medical questions, contact your care team.
Please do not submit medical records or treatment details.