Renal Transplant Surgery
Renal transplant surgery, also known as kidney transplant surgery, is a procedure in which a healthy kidney is surgically placed into a person with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or kidney failure. The donated kidney can come from a living donor, usually a family member or a compatible unrelated donor, or from a deceased donor.
Renal transplant surgery offers several benefits to individuals with kidney failure, including improved quality of life, freedom from dialysis, and better long-term outcomes. However, it is a major surgical procedure that requires lifelong immunosuppressive medication to prevent rejection of the transplanted kidney.
After the surgery, close monitoring and follow-up care are essential to ensure the success of the transplant and to manage any potential complications or rejection episodes. Renal transplant surgery has significantly improved the lives of many individuals with kidney failure, providing them with a functioning kidney and the opportunity for a healthier, more independent life.