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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr Rajeev Annigeri

Let us have a look at the number of conditions treated by Dr. Rajeev Annigeri.

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

Your kidneys can be affected from infections including hepatitis, tuberculosis and bone infections because of which you end up needing a kidney transplant. Kidney transplant could be a requirement for patients who have recently recovered from cancer or who are suffering from cancer now. Other conditions because of which a kidney transplant could become necessary are excessive cardiovascular or liver disease.

Signs and Symptoms treated by a Dr Rajeev Annigeri

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.

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

The signs and symptoms which lead to end stage kidney disease necessitating a kidney transplant are outlined below. Long term diabetes can bring your kidneys to this situation that you end up getting a kidney transplant. Another major reason that could result in serious irreversible damage to the kidneys is having High Blood Pressure (Hypertension).

Operating Hours of Dr Rajeev Annigeri

The operating hours of the doctor are from 10 am to 6 pm, Monday to Saturday, with an off on Sunday. You can be up and about from the surgery in a day or two and reach home in one week.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Rajeev Annigeri

Popular procedures performed by Dr. Rajeev Annigeri are as follows:

  • Kidney Transplant

The donors whose kidney is transplanted in the place of the diseased kidney could be a living or deceased donor. The preemptive kidney transplant procedure is when the kidney is replaced before the person goes on dialysis. It is also important to check if the transplanted kidney is working properly or not and regular checkups post the surgery are required to do so..

Qualification

  • MBBS - Karnataka University, India, 1988
  • MD - General Medicine - University of Mumbai, Mumbai, 1993
  • DNB - Nephrology - National Board Of Examination, 1996

Past Experiences

  • Teaching, ST John’s Medical College, Bangalore
  • Clinical Fellowship (2yrs) at University Health Network, Toronto, Canada
  • Nephrology Consultant, DNB training teacher: Apollo Hospitals, Chennai (February 2002 till date).
  • Assistant Professor of Nephrology, St. John’s Medical College Hospital, Bangalore (January 1997 to December 1999)
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (2)

  • Fellowship of International society of peritoneal dialysis for training in peritoneal dialysis at University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri, USA.
  • Clinical Fellowship (2yrs) at University Health Network, Toronto, Canada

MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (2)

  • Glomerulonephitis: Evidence based management.
  • Complications and monitoring of CRRT. In: Workbook on renal replacement therapy in ICU (under publication).

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PROCEDURES

  • Kidney Transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Rajeev Annigeri have?
Dr. Rajeev Annigeri is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Chennai, India.
Does Dr. Rajeev Annigeri offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Rajeev Annigeri have?
Dr. Rajeev Annigeri is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 22 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 surgeon not just performs the procedure but handholds you through the preoperative and post operative rehabilitation as well. Recommending the right tests and prescribing medicines is also done by them. The core operation team of the surgeon consists of Technicians, Nephrologist and nurses as well.

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.:

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

Please have a look at some more tests that are important prior to and during the kidney transplant.:

  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

The transplant should happen efficiently and kidneys should work well post acceptance by the body, therefore it is important for the tests to be accomplished at the right time and frequency. The heart tests such as the Echocardiogram, Electrocardiogram and the cardiac stress test are immensely important to know the heart strength.

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. You can avoid the condition of going on the dialysis at all by getting a kidney transplant to preempt this situation. They also help you with post transplant checkups to see whether your body is accepting the transplanted kidney well. The decision to get a transplant or not is also done in consultation with the surgeon.