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Body parts you didn’t know you could donate

Organs, tissues, and bones can all be transplanted

Body parts you didn’t know you could donate
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20/03/2026 15:00 ‧ 22 hours ago | StarsInsider

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When most people think about organ donation, they picture big organs like the heart, kidneys, or liver. But modern transplant medicine has expanded far beyond those life-saving staples.

Surgeons can now transplant an astonishing range of body parts, from the tiny bones inside the ear to entire hands and faces. Many can be donated after death, while some can come from living donors, and advancements are being made all the time.

So, which surprising organs and tissues can be donated? Click on to find out.

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