Living-donor Kidney Transplant
A living donor kidney transplant involves transferring a healthy kidney from a living person to someone with kidney failure. The donor can be a family member, friend, or even an altruistic stranger. This type of transplant often leads to better outcomes than receiving a kidney from a deceased donor due to shorter waiting times and better organ function. Donors typically undergo thorough medical evaluations to ensure they are healthy enough to donate without significant risk. After the surgery, both the donor and recipient have recovery periods, but many donors live healthy lives with one kidney.
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A living-donor kidney transplant is a medical procedure where a healthy person donates one of their kidneys to someone with kidney failure. Since humans can live normally with just one kidney, this offers a viable solution for patients who need a transplant. The donor undergoes thorough health evaluations to ensure they are suitable for surgery. This type of transplant often leads to better outcomes than deceased-donor transplants because the surgery can be scheduled electively, allowing for better organ preservation. Both the donor and recipient are monitored closely during recovery for their health and well-being.