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Durban, South Africa
Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre offers specialised Kidney Transplant using modern surgical technology and established transplant protocols. Established in 2002, the accredited hospital is situated in Durban, South Africa, with 353 beds, serving local and international patients.
Kidney transplantation involves replacing the function of failed kidneys by implanting a healthy donor kidney. A transplant may use a living or deceased donor, depending on medical suitability and availability. Before surgery, the transplant team conducts extensive recipient and donor evaluations, including compatibility testing and assessment of overall health, to develop an appropriate transplant plan.
Burjeel Medical City offers specialised Kidney Transplant using modern surgical technology and established transplant protocols. Established in 2017, the ISO accredited hospital is situated in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, with 350 beds, serving local and international patients.
Kidney transplantation involves replacing the function of failed kidneys by implanting a healthy donor kidney. A transplant may use a living or deceased donor, depending on medical suitability and availability. Before surgery, the transplant team conducts extensive recipient and donor evaluations, including compatibility testing and assessment of overall health, to develop an appropriate transplant plan.
Biruni University Hospital provides Kidney Transplant using contemporary transplant surgery techniques and evidence-based clinical care. Founded in 2016, the JCI accredited hospital is based in Istanbul, Turkey, with 617 beds and services for domestic and international patients.
During transplantation, a functioning donor kidney is implanted into the recipient and connected to the major blood vessels and bladder to restore kidney function. Depending on the circumstances, a living or deceased donor kidney may be used. Before treatment, specialists assess kidney function, cardiovascular health, infection status, and donor-recipient compatibility.
At MGM Healthcare, patients can access Kidney Transplant supported by specialised transplant facilities and experienced nephrology and surgical teams. Established in 2016, the NABH, NABL, JCI accredited hospital is located in Chennai, India, and has 400 beds.
Kidney transplantation is a treatment option for selected patients with end-stage kidney disease who meet the medical criteria for transplantation. The procedure involves surgically connecting the donor kidney to the recipient's blood vessels and urinary system. Comprehensive donor-recipient evaluation, including blood group and tissue compatibility testing, is performed before surgery.
Apollo Hospitals Bannerghatta provides Kidney Transplant using contemporary transplant surgery techniques and evidence-based clinical care. Founded in 2007, the JCI accredited hospital is based in Bangalore, India, with 350 beds and services for domestic and international patients.
During transplantation, a functioning donor kidney is implanted into the recipient and connected to the major blood vessels and bladder to restore kidney function. Depending on the circumstances, a living or deceased donor kidney may be used. Before treatment, specialists assess kidney function, cardiovascular health, infection status, and donor-recipient compatibility.
Fortis Hospital offers specialised Kidney Transplant using modern surgical technology and established transplant protocols. Established in 2001, the NABH, NABL, JCI accredited hospital is situated in Bangalore, India, with 375 beds, serving local and international patients.
Kidney transplantation involves replacing the function of failed kidneys by implanting a healthy donor kidney. A transplant may use a living or deceased donor, depending on medical suitability and availability. Before surgery, the transplant team conducts extensive recipient and donor evaluations, including compatibility testing and assessment of overall health, to develop an appropriate transplant plan.
Faridabad, India
At Sarvodaya Hospital and Research Centre, patients can access Kidney Transplant supported by specialised transplant facilities and experienced nephrology and surgical teams. Established in 1997, the NABH, NABL accredited hospital is located in Faridabad, India, and has 500 beds.
Kidney transplantation is a treatment option for selected patients with end-stage kidney disease who meet the medical criteria for transplantation. The procedure involves surgically connecting the donor kidney to the recipient's blood vessels and urinary system. Comprehensive donor-recipient evaluation, including blood group and tissue compatibility testing, is performed before surgery.
Medipol Mega University Hospital offers specialised Kidney Transplant using modern surgical technology and established transplant protocols. Established in 2012, the JCI accredited hospital is situated in Istanbul, Turkey, with 810 beds, serving local and international patients.
Kidney transplantation involves replacing the function of failed kidneys by implanting a healthy donor kidney. A transplant may use a living or deceased donor, depending on medical suitability and availability. Before surgery, the transplant team conducts extensive recipient and donor evaluations, including compatibility testing and assessment of overall health, to develop an appropriate transplant plan.
At Fortis Hospital, patients can access Kidney Transplant supported by specialised transplant facilities and experienced nephrology and surgical teams. Established in 2011, the NABH, NABL accredited hospital is located in Kolkata, India, and has 400 beds.
Kidney transplantation is a treatment option for selected patients with end-stage kidney disease who meet the medical criteria for transplantation. The procedure involves surgically connecting the donor kidney to the recipient's blood vessels and urinary system. Comprehensive donor-recipient evaluation, including blood group and tissue compatibility testing, is performed before surgery.
Istanbul, Turkey
With advanced transplant infrastructure, Medical Park Bahcelievler Hospital offers Kidney Transplant for eligible patients with advanced or end-stage kidney disease. Established in 2015, the JCI accredited hospital is located in Istanbul, Turkey, and has 242 beds.
Kidney transplantation can provide an alternative to long-term dialysis for suitable patients. The transplant team carefully evaluates both the recipient and potential donor through blood tests, imaging, tissue typing, and other medical assessments. After surgery, lifelong immunosuppressive medication and regular medical monitoring are generally required to help prevent rejection.
Medstar Antalya Hospital offers specialised Kidney Transplant using modern surgical technology and established transplant protocols. Established in 2009, the JCI accredited hospital is situated in Ankara, Turkey, with 124 beds, serving local and international patients.
Kidney transplantation involves replacing the function of failed kidneys by implanting a healthy donor kidney. A transplant may use a living or deceased donor, depending on medical suitability and availability. Before surgery, the transplant team conducts extensive recipient and donor evaluations, including compatibility testing and assessment of overall health, to develop an appropriate transplant plan.
With advanced transplant infrastructure, Vinmec Smart City Hospital offers Kidney Transplant for eligible patients with advanced or end-stage kidney disease. Established in 2020, the JCI accredited hospital is located in Ha noi, Vietnam, and has 500 beds.
Kidney transplantation can provide an alternative to long-term dialysis for suitable patients. The transplant team carefully evaluates both the recipient and potential donor through blood tests, imaging, tissue typing, and other medical assessments. After surgery, lifelong immunosuppressive medication and regular medical monitoring are generally required to help prevent rejection.
Vinmec Da Nang offers specialised Kidney Transplant using modern surgical technology and established transplant protocols. Established in 2017, the JCI accredited hospital is situated in Da Nang, Vietnam, with 222 beds, serving local and international patients.
Kidney transplantation involves replacing the function of failed kidneys by implanting a healthy donor kidney. A transplant may use a living or deceased donor, depending on medical suitability and availability. Before surgery, the transplant team conducts extensive recipient and donor evaluations, including compatibility testing and assessment of overall health, to develop an appropriate transplant plan.
With advanced transplant infrastructure, Vinmec Nha Trang offers Kidney Transplant for eligible patients with advanced or end-stage kidney disease. Established in 2017, the JCI accredited hospital is located in Nha Trang, Vietnam, and has 150 beds.
Kidney transplantation can provide an alternative to long-term dialysis for suitable patients. The transplant team carefully evaluates both the recipient and potential donor through blood tests, imaging, tissue typing, and other medical assessments. After surgery, lifelong immunosuppressive medication and regular medical monitoring are generally required to help prevent rejection.
Vinmec Can Tho Hospital provides Kidney Transplant using contemporary transplant surgery techniques and evidence-based clinical care. Founded in 2016, the JCI accredited hospital is based in Can Tho, Vietnam, with 155 beds and services for domestic and international patients.
During transplantation, a functioning donor kidney is implanted into the recipient and connected to the major blood vessels and bladder to restore kidney function. Depending on the circumstances, a living or deceased donor kidney may be used. Before treatment, specialists assess kidney function, cardiovascular health, infection status, and donor-recipient compatibility.
| Speciality | Transplants |
| Procedure | Kidney Transplant |
| Success Rate | 90-95% at 1 year, 75-85% at 5 years |
| Recovery Time | 6-8 weeks |
| Treatment Time | 3-4 hours |
| Chances of Recurrence | Varies by condition by patient |
A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure in which a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor is transplanted into a person with end-stage kidney disease. The procedure involves connecting the transplanted kidney to the recipient's blood vessels and urinary system. The transplanted kidney takes over the function of the recipient's failed kidneys and helps them regain normal kidney function.
A kidney transplant is primarily used to treat end-stage kidney disease, which can be caused by conditions such as chronic kidney disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, polycystic kidney disease, and autoimmune diseases affecting the kidneys. It is considered when other treatment options, like dialysis, are no longer effective.
The recovery process after a kidney transplant is a critical period that requires close monitoring and follow-up care. The patient will stay in the hospital for several days after the surgery for observation and to ensure that the transplanted kidney is functioning properly. Immunosuppressant medications will be prescribed to prevent organ rejection, and regular check-ups and blood tests will be necessary to monitor kidney function. Recovery can take several weeks to months, during which the patient needs to take precautions to avoid infections, follow a strict medication regimen, and make lifestyle changes to support the transplanted kidney.
For a Kuwaiti family facing end-stage kidney disease, the questions are always the same: Where can we find the best surgeon? How much will it really cost? And how do we know the hospital is trustworthy?
