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Causes Treated by Kidney Transplant
Living Donor Kidney Transplant
Deceased Donor Kidney Transplant
Preemptive Kidney Transplant
Paired Kidney Exchange (Swap Transplant)
ABO Incompatible Kidney Transplant
Robotic-Assisted Kidney Transplant
A living donor kidney transplant involves receiving a kidney from a living person—usually a family member, friend, or altruistic donor. This type often offers better long-term outcomes due to reduced waiting time and improved compatibility.
In this type, the kidney comes from a recently deceased person who had consented to organ donation. While waiting times may be longer, advancements in preservation and matching have made this a highly successful and common option.
This is performed before the patient starts dialysis, typically when kidney function drops below a critical threshold. Preemptive transplants can improve survival rates and overall health outcomes by avoiding the complications of long-term dialysis.
If a donor and recipient are incompatible, they may participate in a donor exchange program where multiple incompatible pairs "swap" donors to find compatible matches. This strategy increases the chances of successful transplantation.
With special medical protocols, a kidney transplant can occur between donor and recipient even if they have different blood types. This includes treatments to reduce antibody levels before transplantation, expanding donor options.
This modern technique uses robotic tools to assist surgeons during minimally invasive transplant surgery. It can reduce scarring, infection risk, and recovery time—especially in obese or high-risk patients.
Before the Procedure
During the Procedure
After the Procedure
A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure where a healthy kidney from a donor is placed into a patient whose kidneys no longer function properly.
Yes, kidney transplant is generally safe and has high success rates, especially when performed by experienced specialists at advanced medical centers.
A transplanted kidney can last 10 to 20 years or longer, depending on factors like donor type, patient health, and adherence to medications.
The main types include living donor, deceased donor, preemptive, paired exchange, ABO incompatible, and robotic-assisted kidney transplant.
Preparation includes undergoing evaluations, stopping certain medications, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and finding a suitable donor.
Most patients can resume normal activities within 6 to 8 weeks post-surgery, with full recovery depending on individual health.
Yes, many patients live full, active lives after a successful transplant with proper medication and follow-up care.
Kidney transplant success rates are around 90-95% for living donor transplants and 85-90% for deceased donor transplants.
Possible side effects include infection, rejection, or complications from immunosuppressant medications, which are typically manageable.
No, if the kidney transplant is successful, dialysis is not required post-surgery.
Yes, most patients return to work within 6 to 8 weeks, depending on their recovery and job nature.
The cost of a kidney transplant in India typically ranges from ₹5 to ₹10 lakhs depending on the hospital, surgeon, and recovery needs.
Avoid high-sodium, high-fat foods, raw or undercooked meats, and unpasteurized products to prevent infections and maintain kidney health.
Yes, immunosuppressive medications are required for life to prevent organ rejection.
Yes, through deceased donor programs or kidney exchange programs, patients can receive kidneys from unrelated donors.
Age is not a strict barrier. Suitability is determined based on overall health and the ability to undergo surgery and medication.
Rejection happens when the body attacks the new kidney. It can be managed with medications and prompt medical care.
Yes, after recovery, patients are encouraged to exercise regularly to maintain overall health and kidney function.
Matching is based on blood type, tissue type (HLA), and cross-matching tests to ensure compatibility and reduce rejection risk.
If the transplant fails, the patient may return to dialysis and could be evaluated for another transplant.
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