transplantation

[/ˌtrænzplænˈteɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: transplantações
transplantação
1. The surgical procedure of transferring an organ, tissue, or cells from one part of the body to another or from one person to another
Heart transplantation is a life-saving procedure for patients with severe cardiac disease.
A transplantação cardíaca é um procedimento que salva vidas para pacientes com doença cardíaca grave.
2. In botany, the process of moving a plant from one location to another
The transplantation of seedlings into larger pots promotes better growth.
A transplantação de mudas para vasos maiores promove um melhor crescimento.
3. The act of moving or relocating something from one place to another
The transplantation of the historical monument required careful planning.
A transplantação do monumento histórico exigiu planejamento cuidadoso.
Transplantation is a significant medical topic in both Brazil and the USA. Brazil has a well-developed organ donation system and maintains a national waiting list for transplants. In medical contexts across Portuguese-speaking countries, both 'transplantação' and 'transplante' are used interchangeably, though 'transplantação' is more formal and 'transplante' is more colloquial. The term has become increasingly important in public health discussions, particularly regarding organ donation awareness campaigns.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
implantationgraftingtransferrelocation
Antonyms / Antônimos
extractionremovalablation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
transplantação
Standard term used in medical and horticultural contexts
São Paulo
transplantação
Common in medical institutions and research centers
Portugal
transplantação
Same term used, though 'enxerto' is also commonly used for grafting procedures
Medical Portuguese (Brazil and Portugal)
transplante
Shortened form frequently used in clinical settings

Related Words

transplantorgan donationgraftsurgeryimmunosuppressionrejection

Related Idioms & Phrases

organ transplantation
hair transplantation
bone marrow transplantation
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