Yes, you can live a healthy life with one kidney. Many people donate a kidney and continue to live normally. However, donors undergo thorough health checks to ensure they’re suitable for donation and are fully informed about the procedure.
The kidney cost in India can range between INR 5 to 10 lakh, depending on the hospital and other factors. This includes surgery, hospital stay, and sometimes post-transplant medications.
A kidney transplant surgery usually takes about 3-4 hours. The recovery period in the hospital can vary, but most patients stay for 7-10 days after the procedure for monitoring and initial recovery.
Medically reviewed by Reema Patel, MPA, PA-C — Written by Rebecca Joy Stanborough, MFA — Updated on August 31, 2022
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