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. It is the best treatment for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and offers a significantly better quality of life compared to dialysis.
Dr. Pragnesh Desai leads the kidney transplant programme at Yatharth Super Specialty Hospital, Noida Extension, offering world-class surgical expertise and comprehensive transplant care.
Who Needs a Kidney Transplant?
- Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) Stage 5
- End-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients on dialysis
- Diabetic nephropathy leading to kidney failure
- Polycystic kidney disease
- Glomerulonephritis and other kidney diseases
Types of Kidney Transplant
Living Donor Transplant
A healthy kidney from a living relative or compatible donor. Best outcomes with pre-planned surgery.
Deceased Donor Transplant
Kidney from a brain-dead donor. Requires organ matching through a transplant registry.
Pre-Transplant Evaluation
Medical Evaluation
Complete blood workup, tissue typing, cross-matching, cardiac and imaging evaluation.
Donor Evaluation
Thorough assessment of the donor's kidney function, anatomy, and compatibility.
Surgical Planning
Dr. Desai plans the surgery based on anatomical and immunological compatibility.
Post-Transplant Care
Lifelong immunosuppression, regular monitoring, and dedicated follow-up by the transplant team.