In this, the first book of its kind, leading international authorities discuss transplantation from a variety of perspectives. Each chapter emphasizes the inluence of the person on the process and the influence of transplant on the patient. For investigators interested in the psychiatric aspects of transplantation, this text offers both a synthesis of the available literature and an extension of the current thinking, thereby providing a direction for future work. Any professional involved in the management of transplant candidates will benefit from a greater appreciation of the relationship between the procedure and the patient that this book will convey.

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'The book is very clearly written and organized, and goes from general considerations to specific organ transplants, and is intended both for the general interested reader to the specialized clinician looking for a reference text.' The Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Review, Vol. 3, No. 3, Winter 1992

'The editors - respected specialists in the psychiatric aspects of organ transplantation - have put together what I believe to be the first book published in this field. The book is well put together, largely free of psychiatric jargon, and readable by graduates and trainees in a wide variety of medical specialties. It is highly recommended for those interested in the emotional aspects of organ transplantation. The editors are to be congratulated on a fine piece of work.' Norman B. Levy, New York Medical College, NEJM, Vol. 329, No. 22, Nov '93

'This is an important multi-authored book. The subject matter is significant, the chapters are good general reviews and, most importantly, there is an extensive bibliography. This is a reference book for the medical library and the shelves of transplant professionals and para-professionals for sure, and will well serve the clinicians actively engaged in clinical transplant programs.' R.D. Guttmann, Transplant International, 1993

'... offers the reader an opportunity to appreciate the breadth and relevance of psychological issues related to organ transplant within a thoughtful, well-delineated framework ... And, because of the societal, economic, and ethical issues raised, this book is worthy of consideration whatever the reader's specific background or interest. R.A. Hewko, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Review, Vol.4 No.1

'this is an authoritative and essential work for those with a particular interest' British Medical Journal