Isograft
Isograft
Isograft (pronounced: /ˈaɪsəʊɡrɑːft/) is a term used in the field of transplantation medicine. It refers to a graft of tissue that is transplanted from one individual to another genetically identical individual, such as an identical twin.
Etymology
The term "Isograft" is derived from the Greek words "isos" meaning equal or identical, and "graft", which in the context of medicine, refers to a piece of living tissue that is transplanted surgically.
Related Terms
- Allograft: A graft of tissue from a donor of the same species as the recipient but not genetically identical.
- Autograft: A graft of tissue from one point to another of the same individual's body.
- Xenograft: A graft of tissue from a donor of a different species from the recipient.
Usage in Medicine
In medicine, isografts are used in transplantation procedures where the donor and recipient are genetically identical. This is most commonly seen in cases involving identical twins. The advantage of an isograft is that there is no risk of immune rejection, as the recipient's immune system recognizes the graft as "self". This eliminates the need for immunosuppressive therapy, which is typically required in other types of transplants to prevent the recipient's immune system from attacking the transplanted tissue.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Isograft
- Wikipedia's article - Isograft
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