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There may be other reasons that prevent you
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being unable to understand the transplant process and the
responsibilities that come along with it
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not cooperating with medical care (for
example, not taking the medications your doctor prescribes)
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abusing alcohol or other substances
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Part of the transplant evaluation
is to be sure that none of these applies to you, and that you will have
the best possible chance for a successful transplant (including many healthy
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