Living Donor Kidney Transplantation

Living donor kidney transplantation is a medical procedure where a healthy person donates one of their kidneys to someone with kidney failure. This process allows the recipient to regain kidney function without needing dialysis. The donor undergoes thorough health evaluations to ensure they're suitable for donation. The surgery is typically safe for the donor, who can live a healthy life with one kidney. This method often leads to better outcomes for the recipient compared to deceased donor transplants, as living donor kidneys tend to work better and last longer.