Renal Transplantation
Renal transplantation, commonly known as a kidney transplant, is a surgical procedure to replace a diseased or damaged kidney with a healthy one from a donor. This is necessary when the kidneys can no longer effectively filter waste from the blood, a condition often caused by chronic kidney disease. The donor kidney can come from a living person or a deceased donor. Following the transplant, patients must take medications to prevent their body from rejecting the new kidney, enabling them to lead a healthier life and improve their overall quality of life.
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Renal transplantation is a medical procedure that involves replacing a failing or damaged kidney with a healthy kidney from a donor. This procedure is typically recommended for patients with end-stage kidney disease, where their kidneys can no longer filter waste and excess fluids from the blood. The donated kidney can come from a living or deceased donor. After the transplant, patients need to take medicines to prevent their immune system from rejecting the new kidney. Successful transplantation can significantly improve quality of life and allow individuals to return to normal activities without needing dialysis.