Kidney Transplant Journey Explained

A kidney transplant replaces a failing kidney with a healthy one from a donor, improving overall health and life quality.

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It's recommended for patients with end-stage kidney disease, when dialysis is no longer effective in managing kidney function.

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Includes evaluations, blood tests, imaging, and matching with a compatible donor, whether living or deceased.

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Patients may wait months or years for a suitable kidney, depending on blood type, match, and overall health.

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Surgery lasts a few hours. The new kidney is placed in the lower abdomen and begins working soon after.

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A kidney transplant replaces a failing kidney with a healthy one from a donor, improving overall health and life quality.

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Kidney Transplant Journey Explained

A kidney transplant replaces a failing kidney with a healthy one from a donor, improving overall health and life quality.

Understanding Kidney Transplant

It's recommended for patients with end-stage kidney disease, when dialysis is no longer effective in managing kidney function.

When is a Transplant Needed?

Includes evaluations, blood tests, imaging, and matching with a compatible donor, whether living or deceased.

Preparing for Transplant

Patients may wait months or years for a suitable kidney, depending on blood type, match, and overall health.

Waiting for a Donor

Surgery lasts a few hours. The new kidney is placed in the lower abdomen and begins working soon after.

The Transplant Surgery

A kidney transplant replaces a failing kidney with a healthy one from a donor, improving overall health and life quality.

Hospital Recovery Period

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