A New Lease on Life with Our Cutting-Edge Kidney Transplant Services

Kidney Transplant Services at Gujarat Super Speciality Hospital

At Gujarat Super Speciality Hospital in Vadodara, we firmly believe that life should not be limited by renal diseases. For patients with End-Stage-Renal-Disease (ESRD), Renal Transplant (Kidney Transplant) represents the best possible treatment option, offering a renewed lease of life.

Types of Kidney Transplants

We are committed to offering comprehensive renal transplantation services, providing our patients with a range of donor options:

Live Related Renal Transplantation: In cases where a patient has a legally acceptable relative ready to donate a kidney, we perform what is known as a “live related renal transplantation.” The potential donors include parents, grandparents, siblings, children, grandchildren, and spouses.
Deceased/Cadaveric Renal Transplantation: If a patient does not have a well-matched relative for donation, they can opt for a deceased or cadaveric Renal transplantation. In this procedure, kidneys are harvested from brain-dead donors and implanted in the patient.
Swap Renal Transplant: Swap Renal transplant is a viable option for patients without a suitable related donor. Here, two families in similar situations swap kidneys to facilitate the transplant.

Preparing for Kidney Transplant

Kidney transplantation involves significant preparations for both the recipient and the donor. A comprehensive medical and psychological evaluation is performed to ensure both parties are fully prepared for the procedure.

Life Post-Transplant

Following the transplant, patients must continue taking prescribed medications to ensure the proper function of the transplanted kidney. These medications are critical in maintaining kidney graft function and preventing organ rejection. Lifelong follow-up with a nephrologist is also necessary for monitoring the transplanted kidney and overall health.

The Transplant Procedure

During the transplant procedure, the new kidney allograft is placed in the lower right abdomen. Interestingly, the original kidneys are typically not removed during this process unless medically necessary.

Gujarat Super Speciality Hospital's Kidney Transplant Center

Our Kidney Transplant Center offers a full spectrum of renal transplant services, including:

Highly experienced and qualified team of doctors.
Renal transplant program coordinator for patient and relative counseling.
A dedicated Renal Transplant Committee for ethical review and guidance.
Strict infection control practices during kidney harvesting and the entire transplant procedure.
A specialized Renal Transplant ICU for post-operative care and recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about kidney transplants, including eligibility criteria, the risks and benefits of the procedure, and the steps involved in the transplant process.

1. What is the duration of a kidney transplant surgery and how should I prepare for it?

A kidney transplant surgery takes 2-3 hours under general anaesthesia. Fast from midnight the day before and avoid heavy meals the evening before surgery.

2. What is the success rate of a kidney transplant surgery?

India has a high success rate of around 90% for kidney transplant surgery, depending on factors such as healthcare institutes, surgeon expertise, post-operative care, tissue-matching, and donor relation. Post-surgical infections can be a major risk factor affecting success.

3. Why do I need a kidney transplant? Can I not be on dialysis?

Dialysis filters and purifies blood but does not replace all kidney functions. It is costly and requires regular visits to a centre, depleting nutrients and making the blood more toxic over time. Kidney transplant is more economical, and increases survival chances and life expectancy, allowing for a normal and healthy life with physical activities. Dialysis does not allow for a normal life, making kidney transplant the best option for end-stage kidney disease.

4. Will my new kidney start work immediately after its transplant?

The match of a donated kidney to the recipient’s body affects how quickly it starts working. Blood relatives’ kidneys match better due to tissue type and blood connection, starting to function faster than cadaveric kidneys. The new kidney can begin working the same day or take a few weeks depending on these factors.

5. What will be my life expectancy after a kidney transplant?

Patients of the age group of 40-50 generally have a life expectancy of around 20-22 years after a kidney transplant surgery, while the ones above 50 generally have 15-20 years ahead of them.

6. Why is the existing failed kidney not removed when a new kidney is transplanted?

Removing failed kidneys during a transplant increases surgical risks, even leading to death. Therefore, the new kidney is transplanted in the lower abdomen, leaving the failed kidneys in place to avoid complications.

7. When is the best time to get a kidney transplant?

A pre-emptive transplant is ideal before dialysis or finding a matching live donor. However, if on dialysis, a kidney transplant is still recommended over remaining on dialysis.

8. What happens if I face rejection from my body on the transplanted kidney?

Immunosuppressants help the body accept a new kidney, but rejection can occur if the body recognizes it as foreign. Rejection doesn’t mean the kidney isn’t functioning and typically happens in the first 6 months after a transplant.

9. What should I take care of before a kidney transplant?

Before a kidney transplant, patients should consider selecting a nearby transplant centre and anticipate costs such as tests, procurement, surgery, hospital stays, and follow-up appointments.

10. Which is the best hospital for a kidney transplant in Gujarat?

The Urology Department at Gujarat Superspeciality Hospital, led by Dr. Pragnesh Bharpoda, specializes in renal transplant surgery and infectious disease management, with an integrated team of expert doctors and specially trained nephrologists focused on patient needs.

Gujarat Super Speciality Hospital: Your Partner on the Journey to Renal Health

At Gujarat Super Speciality Hospital, we're not just health care providers - we're your partners in your journey towards improved renal health. Our comprehensive Renal Transplant Services aim to make the journey to renewed health as smooth and comfortable as possible. Embrace life anew, with us by your side.

Contact Us

If you or a loved one is considering a kidney transplant, reach out to our team at Gujarat Superspeciality Hospital to learn more about our program and take the first step towards a brighter, healthier future.

Near Jetalpur Bridge, Jetalpur Road, Vadodara, Gujarat, 390020

+91 9687079991

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Let Gujarat Superspeciality Hospital’s Kidney Transplant Program be your partner in your journey to reclaim your health and embrace a renewed lease on life.