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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions Treated by Dr Vidyashankar P

We have listed here the conditions that are treated by Dr. Vidyashankar P.

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

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. Even patients who are suffering from cancer or have had cancer recently might need to get a kidney transplant done. Kidney disease or cardiovascular disease can become good reasons for someone to get kidney transplant done.

Signs and Symptoms treated by a Dr Vidyashankar P

The signs and symptoms which lead to end stage kidney disease necessitating a kidney transplant are outlined below.

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

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). Long term diabetes can bring your kidneys to this situation that you end up getting a kidney transplant. Your kidneys could be damaged also due to prolonged history of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension).

Operating Hours of Dr Vidyashankar P

The doctor's operating hours are from 10 am to 6 pm, Monday to Saturday, Sunday is an off day. 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 Vidyashankar P

Popular procedures performed by Dr. Vidyashankar P 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 word preemptive defines the kind of kidney transplant wherein the kidney is replaced prior to the point where your kidneys deteriorate so that you would need dialysis. Your body should have adapted to the new kidney very well and this can be checked by getting timely checkups..

Qualification

  • MBBS
  • DCH
  • DNB
  • DM (Nephrology)

Past Experiences

  • GS Medical College, Mumbai
  • King Edward Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
  • Baxter Scienticia Scholar in CAPD University, Beijing.
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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MEMBERSHIPS (3)

  • Member of Indian Society of Nephrology
  • Member of International Society of Nephrology
  • Member of European Dialysis and Transplantation Association.

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Validity of Iron studies in the diagnosis of iron deficiency in the presence of inflammation of hemodialysis and pre-dialysis patients
  • Efficacy and safety of Lanthanum carbonate in the management of hyperphosphatemia of chronic kidney disease
  • Factors determining the inflammatory state in hemodialysis patients: a cross sectional study

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PROCEDURES

  • Kidney Transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Vidyashankar P have?
Dr. Vidyashankar P is a specialized Kidney Transplant Surgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bengaluru, India.
Does Dr. Vidyashankar P offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Vidyashankar P have?
Dr. Vidyashankar P is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 19 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Kidney Transplant Surgeon

What does a Kidney Transplant Surgeon do?

It is when you need your diseased kidney or kidneys removed and replaced with a healthy kidney that you visit a Kidney Transplant Surgeon. When it comes to helping you through rehabilitation and recovery process, in addition to the actual procedure, Kidney Transplant Surgeon helps you through it all. It is the work of the surgeon to recommend tests and prescribe the medicines as well. The surgeon is the most important component of the core team which is inclusive of nurses, technicians and nephrologist.

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.:

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

Here is a comprehensive list of additional tests needed before and during the kidney transplant procedure.:

  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 cardiac stress test, Electrocardiogram and Echocardiogram are required in some cases to realise the heart condition and its fitness for the procedure.

When should you go to see a Kidney Transplant Surgeon?

Please consult a Kidney Transplant Surgeon when you are dealing with a kidney failure and need a Kidney Transplant. 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. It is not just the actual procedure but the surgeon assists you with how the body is faring with the new kidney. The decision to get a transplant or not is also done in consultation with the surgeon.