Kidney transplantation places a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor into the lower abdomen of a patient with end-stage kidney disease. The new kidney is connected to blood vessels and the bladder, while the patient's own kidneys usually stay in place. It is considered for patients who are fit enough for surgery and anaesthesia and for whom the benefits outweigh the risks.

Apex provides kidney dialysis and transplant care for end-stage kidney disease, and patients seeking a kidney transplant in Mumbai are assessed carefully. Compatibility testing and legal authorisation are required before the surgery.

How the Procedure Can Help

A successful transplant can restore near-normal kidney function, free the patient from dialysis sessions and allow a less restricted diet and fluid intake. Many patients report better energy, work capacity and quality of life, and long-term outcomes are generally better than with dialysis alone in suitable patients.

Risks and Considerations

Rejection can occur, so lifelong anti-rejection medicines are needed, and these increase the risk of infection, blood sugar rise, high blood pressure and certain cancers. Surgical risks include bleeding, clots, and urine leakage or narrowing at the join to the bladder. A transplant may fail over time, and dialysis may be needed again.