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Getting Ready for a Transplant

Learn about kidney transplants, eligibility, types of donors, and planning tips to improve your transplant experience and quality of life.

Kidney transplantation,

Transplant recipients ,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation,

Kidney Transplant Surgery

Kidney Transplant Surgery Before Surgery During Surgery Risks of Transplant Surgery Recovering from Surgery Delayed Graft Function Follow-Up Getting B...

Kidney transplantation,

Transplant recipients ,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation,

Kidney Transplant

Transplant is a treatment for kidney failure using a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor that can help patients live a longer, more normal ...

Kidney transplantation,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation

Preemptive Transplant

Explore the benefits of preemptive kidney transplants, including reduced rejection risk, improved quality of life, and avoiding dialysis.

Kidney transplantation,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation

Kidney-Pancreas Transplant

A kidney-pancreas transplant can treat kidney failure from type 1 diabetes. Learn who can get it, how it works, and what to expect before and after su...

Kidney-pancreas transplantation,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation

Diet and Transplantation

Find out how your diet changes after a kidney transplant. Learn about managing weight, cholesterol, sodium, and other dietary needs for a healthy reco...

Kidney transplantation,

Diet and nutrition,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation

Pregnancy and Transplant

Transplant recipients can plan pregnancy with medical guidance, but medication adjustments and timing are essential for the health of the mother and b...

Kidney transplantation,

Diseases and conditions,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation

Getting a kidney transplant

To get a kidney transplant, you need to contact a transplant center ("referral”), complete an evaluation with the transplant team, and be approve...

Kidney transplantation,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation

Life with a Kidney Transplant

After a kidney transplant, take anti-rejection meds, attend check-ups, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Report symptoms and follow all care instructi...

Kidney transplantation,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation

Multiple Listing for Kidney Transplant

Learn about multiple kidney transplant listings: reasons, evaluations, and potential downsides. Explore your options to increase transplant chances.

Kidney transplantation,

Organ and tissue transplantation and donation

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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

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Six Step Guide to Protecting Kidney Health

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