Transplant Overview

For many patients with ESRD (End Stage Renal Disease) a kidney transplant is the treatment of choice. For some the risks (the transplant surgery itself and the subsequent immunosuppression) outweighs the benefits. A successful transplant improves patient survival and quality of life compared to those on dialysis. Not everyone will qualify for a kidney transplant. The suitability for a transplant ...

The Transplant Process

Getting a kidney transplant can be a lengthy process. It is very important for the patients (and relatives) to attend a local education session. This will provide insight on: There are two types of organ donors: a living donor and a non living or deceased donor. A thorough pre-transplant work up will be done which includes a medical, surgical and ...

Finding a Donor

Transplants are done through transplant centers. Once referred, your new center will begin a thorough medical evaluation to determine if you're a transplant candidate. Part of the Pre-Transplant Workup includes: Living donors are typically ideal for the transplant process. People only need one functioning kidney to live, so it's possible for people to volunteer to donate. Volunteer donors must also be tested ...

Common Transplant Concerns

Remember that the decision to place you on the list ultimately resides with the transplant team. The following are some conditions that may preclude you from getting on a transplant list: The original disease of your native CAN recur in the transplanted kidney in some cases. It depends on the condition of course. Please talk to your Nephrologist and Transplant ...