OPERENYA MEDICAL TOURISM

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Kidney Transplant in India

Comprehensive kidney transplant program with experienced surgeons, advanced facilities, and excellent outcomes for both living and deceased donor transplants.

98%+
1-Year Survival Rate
1000+
Transplants Annually
Kidney Transplant Surgery

Understanding Kidney Transplant

Kidney transplant is a surgical procedure to place a healthy kidney from a donor into a person whose kidneys have failed or function poorly. It is considered the best treatment option for end-stage renal disease, offering better quality of life and survival compared to dialysis.

India has emerged as a leading destination for kidney transplants, with world-class facilities, experienced transplant teams, and excellent outcomes. The country performs both living donor and deceased donor kidney transplants with success rates comparable to international standards.

Our partner hospitals have dedicated transplant centers with multidisciplinary teams including nephrologists, transplant surgeons, anesthesiologists, and specialized nursing staff to ensure the best possible outcomes.

Quick Facts

  • Surgery Duration: 3-5 hours
  • Multidisciplinary Team
  • 98%+ Success Rate
  • Recovery: 6-8 weeks

Types of Kidney Transplant

Living Donor Kidney Transplant

Kidney from a living donor (family member or altruistic donor)

Advantages:

  • Better long-term outcomes
  • Shorter waiting time
  • Planned procedure
  • Better kidney function

Deceased Donor Kidney Transplant

Kidney from a deceased donor through organ donation

Advantages:

  • No risk to living donor
  • Available for all patients
  • Established protocols

ABO Incompatible Transplant

Transplant across blood group barriers with special preparation

Advantages:

  • Expands donor pool
  • Shorter waiting time
  • Good outcomes with proper preparation

Who Needs Kidney Transplant?

Kidney Transplant Indications

Common Indications

  • End-stage renal disease (ESRD)
  • Chronic kidney disease stage 5
  • Diabetic nephropathy
  • Polycystic kidney disease
  • Glomerulonephritis
  • Hypertensive nephrosclerosis
  • Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease
  • Failed previous kidney transplant

Pre-Transplant Evaluation

1
Comprehensive medical evaluation
2
Blood tests (kidney function, blood type, HLA typing)
3
Imaging studies (ultrasound, CT scan)
4
Cardiac evaluation
5
Pulmonary function tests
6
Psychological assessment
7
Social work evaluation
8
Dental examination
9
Cancer screening
10
Vaccination updates

Post-Transplant Care

Immediate (0-2 weeks)

  • ICU/hospital monitoring
  • Immunosuppressive medications
  • Infection prevention
  • Kidney function monitoring

Short-term (2-12 weeks)

  • Regular clinic visits
  • Medication adjustment
  • Rejection surveillance
  • Gradual activity increase

Long-term (3+ months)

  • Lifelong immunosuppression
  • Annual evaluations
  • Preventive care
  • Lifestyle modifications

Kidney Transplant Cost in India

Cost Comparison

USA$400,000 - $700,000
UK$300,000 - $500,000
India$15,000 - $25,000

Save up to 90% on treatment costs!

Package Includes

  • Complete pre-transplant evaluation
  • Kidney transplant surgery
  • Hospital stay and nursing care
  • Immunosuppressive medications
  • Post-operative monitoring
  • Follow-up consultations

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the success rate of kidney transplant in India?

A. India has excellent kidney transplant success rates with 1-year survival rates of 95-98% and 5-year survival rates of 85-90%, comparable to international standards.

Q. How long is the waiting time for kidney transplant?

A. For living donor transplant, surgery can be scheduled once evaluation is complete (4-8 weeks). For deceased donor transplant, waiting time varies from 2-5 years depending on blood type and other factors.

Q. What are the risks of kidney transplant surgery?

A. Risks include surgical complications, rejection, infection, side effects of immunosuppressive drugs, cardiovascular disease, and increased cancer risk. Your team will discuss specific risks.

Q. How long does kidney transplant surgery take?

A. Kidney transplant surgery typically takes 3-5 hours. The recipient surgery is usually shorter than the donor surgery in living donor transplants.

Q. What is the recovery time after kidney transplant?

A. Hospital stay is typically 5-7 days. Initial recovery takes 6-8 weeks, with gradual return to normal activities. Full recovery and stabilization take 3-6 months.

Q. Can I live a normal life after kidney transplant?

A. Yes, most kidney transplant recipients can return to normal activities, work, travel, and have a good quality of life with proper care and medication compliance.

Q. Does the given cost include everything, accommodation food etc.?

A. The package includes food and accommodation while the patient is in the hospital. After discharge we would help you find a suitable accommodation that would fit in your budget in a decent place which would be close to the hospital. Cost would be borne by patient if they stay outside the hospital.

Q. How can we reduce the cost of the treatment?

A. The accommodation can be made from single bed to double or more beds sharing. We can give options of lower category of hospitals.

Q. Do you need to pay the amount before coming to India?

A. It is up to you whether you want to pay after or before coming to India. If you are willing to pay before coming to India, we will share our online payment details with you.

Important Note:

  • • Prices are subject to change or withdrawal with notice
  • • These are indicative prices only and vary depending on the condition of patient, at the time of admission
  • • We will provide final estimate at the time of patient's admission

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