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Kidney Transplantation
Kidney transplantation at Apollo Institute of Nephrology represents the gold standard treatment for end-stage renal disease (ESRD). This surgical procedure involves transplanting a healthy kidney from a donor into a patient with kidney failure. Apollo's transplant program is renowned for its excellence, combining surgical expertise with comprehensive pre- and post-transplant care to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
- Living Donor Transplantation
Living donor transplantation involves the transplantation of a kidney from a living donor, typically a close relative or a compatible volunteer, to the recipient.
Key aspects:
- Extensive donor evaluation to ensure suitability and safety
- Advanced tissue typing and cross-matching for optimal donor-recipient compatibility
- Minimally invasive laparoscopic donor nephrectomy when possible
- Comprehensive donor and recipient education programs
- Long-term follow-up care for both donor and recipient
Benefits:
- Shorter waiting times compared to cadaveric transplantation
- Better long-term graft survival rates
- Ability to schedule the transplant surgery in advance
- Opportunity for pre-emptive transplantation before dialysis becomes necessary
- Excellent kidney function immediately after transplantation in most cases
- Cadaveric Transplantation
Cadaveric transplantation, also known as deceased donor transplantation, involves transplanting a kidney from a recently deceased donor to a recipient on the waiting list.
Key features:
- Collaboration with government committees and networks for efficient allocation
- 24/7 transplant team availability for organ retrieval and transplantation
- Rigorous organ quality assessment protocols
- Advanced preservation techniques to maintain organ viability
- Comprehensive recipient evaluation and preparation
Benefits:
- Provides hope for patients without a suitable living donor
- Allows for a larger pool of potential donors
- Opportunity for patients with rare tissue types to find a match
- Contributes to the broader organ donation ecosystem
- Can lead to successful outcomes comparable to living donor transplants with proper management
Post-transplant care at Apollo includes:
- Tailored immunosuppression regimens
- Regular follow-up appointments and monitoring
- Comprehensive patient education on medication adherence and lifestyle modifications
- Prompt management of any complications or rejection episodes
