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Conditions Treated by Dr Rajasekhara Chakravarthi

We have listed here the conditions that are treated by Dr. Rajasekhara Chakravarthi.

  • Symptomatic Hydronephrosis
  • Kidney Stones
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • Polycystic Kidney Disease
  • Polycystic Kidneys
  • Shrunken Kidney
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Kidney Injury or Trauma
  • Chronic Infection
  • Kidney Failure
  • End-Stage Renal Disease
  • Kidney Cancer

People who are having some serious infections, that includes tuberculosis, hepatitis and bone infections are those that could be a good candidate for a kidney transplant. You might need to get a kidney transplant if you have cancer now or had it in the recent past. Kidney transplant might become a necessity for patients having severe case of liver disease or cardiovascular disease.

Signs and Symptoms treated by a Dr Rajasekhara Chakravarthi

Let us have a look at the signs and symptoms because of which kidneys end up losing 90% of ability to filter then the person has end stage kidney disease and will need a kidney transplant.

  • Irregular Heartbeat
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Kidney Disease or Kidney Failure
  • Fatigue
  • Fluid Retention (causing swelling in your legs, ankles, or feet)
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Decreased Urine Output (although occasionally urine output remains normal)
  • Seizures or Coma (in severe cases)
  • Confusion
  • Chest Pain or Pressure

Please consult your Kidney Transplant Surgeon whether you need to get a transplant done if your kidneys have failed i.e., you have end-stage renal disease (ESRD). One of the most frequent reasons for this to happen is when a patient is diabetic for a certain period of time. Your kidneys could be damaged also due to prolonged history of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension).

Operating Hours of Dr Rajasekhara Chakravarthi

Your kidneys could be damaged also due to prolonged history of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension). It will take you a day or two to start recuperating, to get discharged and reach home will take up to a weeks' time.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Rajasekhara Chakravarthi

We bring to you the names of the popular procedures performed by Dr. Rajasekhara Chakravarthi.:

  • Kidney Transplant

Of the types of kidney transplants, the cadaveric renal transplant and living donor kidney transplant is so differentiated owing to the nature of the donor whether deceased or alive respectively. The preemptive kidney transplant procedure is when the kidney is replaced before the person goes on dialysis. One must go for regular checkups post the procedure to know if the transplanted kidney is working well..

Qualification

  • MBBS - J.S.S Medical College, Mysore, 1992
  • MD - Internal Medicine - J.S.S Medical College, Mysore, 1997
  • DNB - Nephrology - University Of Mysore, India, 1999

Past Experiences

  • 2000 - 2002 Consultant Nephrologist at Apollo Hospitals
  • 1999 - 2000 Professor (Dept. of Nephrology) at JSSMC
  • 1997 - 2000 Registrar (Depts. Nephrology) at Apollo Hospitals
  • 1997 - 1997 Lecture (Dept. of Medicine) at JSSMC
  • 1993 - 1997 Postgraduate Registrar (Dept. of Internal Medicine) at JSSMC
  • 1993 - 1993 Resident (Dept. of Nephrology) at Apollo Hospitals
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PROCEDURES

  • Kidney Transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Rajasekhara Chakravarthi have?
Dr. Rajasekhara Chakravarthi is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Hyderabad, India.
Does Dr. Rajasekhara Chakravarthi offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Rajasekhara Chakravarthi have?
Dr. Rajasekhara Chakravarthi is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 25 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Kidney Transplant Surgeon

What does a Kidney Transplant Surgeon do?

A kidney transplant surgeon helps you by replacing the diseased kidney or kidneys with a healthy one. The surgery, the recovery and rehabilitation, the surgeon is involved throughout. The recommendations of medicines and tests is also done by them. Technicians, surgeon and nephrologist are all part of the team who perform this surgery.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

We have outlined below the tests that give a good picture of whether you need a kidney transplant.:

  • Urine Output Measurements
  • HLA Testing
  • Donor-Special Blood Tests
  • Urine Tests
  • Blood Tests
  • Imaging Tests
  • Removing a sample of Kidney Tissue for Testing

There can be a requirement for other tests basis your health conditions, these additional tests are listed her:

  1. Blood tests
  2. Chest X-ray
  3. chocardiogram
  4. Electrocardiogram
  5. Cardiac stress test
  6. Cancer screening
  7. Colonoscopy
  8. Gynecological examination
  9. Prostate exam
  10. Dental evaluation

In order to ensure the acceptance and seamless functioning of the kidneys, the tests should be done timely and at the right frequencies. Echocardiogram, Electrocardiogram and cardiac stress test might be needed based on the doctors opinion.

When should you go to see a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

You must visit a Kidney Transplant Surgeon if you have any of the commonly seen symptoms associated with a kidney failure. The surgeon can help you preempt the situation of going on a dialysis by assisting you in getting a transplant before your kidney or kidneys fail to such an extent. They also help you with post transplant checkups to see whether your body is accepting the transplanted kidney well. Further, the decision to get a transplanted kidney is also taken in strict consultation with the surgeon.