Kidney transplant
Renal transplant, also known as Kidney transplant treatment is a surgical procedure to treat kidney failure. Usually Renal transplant is considered only for the patients who have reached certain medical conditions such as end-stage kidney failure. If their kidney fails to function severely, and there is no way to treat with medications, Kidney transplant is preferred to save the patient's life. Renal transplant is permored to treat other ailments including chronic kidney disease, Polycystic kidney disease, Hypertensive nephrosclerosis etc., for better survival with an enhanced lifespan.
Renal transplant, also known as Kidney transplant treatment is a surgical procedure to treat kidney failure. Usually Renal transplant is considered only for the patients who have reached certain medical conditions such as end-stage kidney failure. If their kidney fails to function severely, and there is no way to treat with medications, Kidney transplant is preferred to save the patient's life. Renal transplant is permored to treat other ailments including chronic kidney disease, Polycystic kidney disease, Hypertensive nephrosclerosis etc., for better survival with an enhanced lifespan.
Symptoms of Kidney transplant
Symptoms
Even though kidney failure can be guessed through the following symptoms, it is mandatory to consult with a physician and take necessary tests suggested by the physician to confirm kidney failure. Some common symptoms indicating the kidney failure are:
Decreased urine outputNausea and vomitingSwellingShortness of breathTypes of conditions
There are five main types of Kidney transplant
Unhealthy Habits
Genetic disorders
Side effects of medications
Infections
Chronic diseases
Unhealthy Habits
Habits such as smoking, Unhealthy food habits and obesity also develop kidney diseases.
Chronic diseases: Kidney failure may happen for patients with chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and autoimmune diseases.
DIAGNOSIS
Please initiate the Diagnosis process with a physician to confirm kidney failure if you are experiencing the above mentioned symptoms. Diagnosis process includes a comprehensive assessment, such as reviewing medical history, physical examination, imaging studies (CT scan, ultrasound), lab tests (serum creatinine, glomerular filtration rate), and immunological testing (crossmatching, HLA typing).
TREATMENT OPTIONS
There are several options in renal transplant process to address the kidney failure.
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Transplantation with a deceased donor's kidney
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Transplantation with a living donor's kidney (From either a relative or non-relative donor)
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Dialysis as a temporary solution before transplantation
PREPARING FOR TREATMENT
Compatibility test is the first and foremost step to start with treament. It can be performed through extensive medical evaluation. Psychological assessment, and educating the patient, family, and caretaker about the transplant procedure such as its benefits and potential risks are other preparations to be taken care of.
TREATMENT DETAILS
The dysfunctioned kidney (if present) is removed in order to implant a healthy donor kidney in the surgical procedure of renal transplant. This process takes several hours to perform. Hospitalization is required for monitoring and post-surgery care.
RECOVERY
Reocvery process includes close monitoring to observe the signs of rejection, infection, or other complications. Immunosuppressive medicines must be continued lifelong to prevent rejection. These medications increase long-term survival. Most patients achieve improved kidney function, leading to enhanced quality of life after kidney transplant procedure.
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Cost Estimation
Learn about the expenses involved in the procedure and what factors affect them.
COST ESTIMATION
The cost of the treatment varies, depending on various factors including the surgical procedure, hospital fees, geographical location, immunosuppressive medicines, the experience of the surgeon, and post-operative care. Renal transplant treatment in India costs from 50,000 Rupees to 20 lakh rupees or more.
Commonly Asked Questions
Is it okay to receive Kidney from a diseased person?
Yes. No harm involved in this. In Fact many kidney transplant treatments happen with a deceased donor kidney. If the compatibility is ensured, it can be done without any other restrictions.
Are all the kidney transplant treatment the successful?
Most of the renal transplant procedure are successful. However, Long-term benefits depend on adherence to medications, post-operative care.
Is it possible for individuals with donor kidney to lead a normal life?
Yes. It is possible to engage in all the normal activities after surgery. It is important to be consistent with necessary Medicare, lifestyle modifications to lead a normal life.
How long does it take to find a suitable donor?
It depends on blood type compatibility and tissue matching. It may take months to years. Until that, dialysis can be done as a temporary solution.
Are there any complications associated with kidney transplant?
Rejection, graft failure, surgical complications, and infections may occur. Close monitoring and proper post-operative care are essential to prevent risks.
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