Dozens more people have come forward to try to save right-to-life boy William Verden after his family’s legal triumph.
Last week William, 17, won a High Court battle for a kidney transplant.
And tonight his mother Amy McLellen thanked strangers who have offered to be donors.
Amy said: “So many people have been touched by William’s story. They can see what a wonderful young man he is. We’ve had lots of people come forward in the hope that they are the crucial donor.
“We are so thankful to everyone who has supported us throughout this horrendous ordeal.”
As we revealed in November, a rare disease called FSGS has wrecked William’s kidneys. Doctors at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital ruled out a transplant because of complications – including his autism and ADHD – and recommended palliative care.
But a judge ruled that the young golf fanatic should have a transplant and continue dialysis.
Amy, 45, of Newton, Lancs, added: “I especially want to thank the judge for taking the time to meet William. I feel that played a big part in the decision.
“Being a parent of a child with a learning disability shouldn’t mean you have to fight for what is given to other children and adults.
“And just because a doctor is a professional doesn’t mean they are always right.
“Parents know their children best.”
Children with William’s condition usually live to around 19 but can get to 40 after a transplant.
