Kidney Transplant
Comprehensive guide to kidney transplant with Dr. Rajesh Goel - 1000+ successful transplants
What is Kidney Transplant?
A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure to place a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor into a person whose kidneys no longer function properly. Kidney transplantation is often the preferred treatment for kidney failure over long-term dialysis, as it can improve quality of life and provide greater freedom.
Dr. Rajesh Goel, with Fellowship in Kidney Transplant from Medanta and 18+ years of experience, has successfully performed over 1000 kidney transplants with excellent outcomes.
The Transplant Process
Evaluation
Comprehensive medical tests to determine transplant eligibility
Matching
Blood type and tissue matching with potential donors
Surgery
Kidney transplant surgery (3-4 hours under general anesthesia)
Recovery
Hospital stay of 5-7 days with close monitoring
Post-Op Care
Lifelong immunosuppressant medications and regular follow-ups
Donor Types
Living Donor
A healthy person donates one of their kidneys. Usually a family member or close friend.
Advantages:
- Better matching possible
- Planned surgery date
- Better long-term outcomes
- Shorter wait time
Deceased Donor
A kidney from a person who has recently died and registered as an organ donor.
Advantages:
- No risk to donor
- Available to more patients
- Government-run allocation system
Transplant Costs
*Costs may vary. Government schemes and insurance may cover part of the expenses.
Consult Dr. Rajesh Goel
Fellowship in Kidney Transplant (Medanta) with 1000+ successful transplants
Important Note
Early evaluation and planning for kidney transplant leads to better outcomes. Consult Dr. Goel to discuss your options.