Here are 10 bullet points outlining who can undergo kidney transplantation:
1. End-stage kidney disease (ESKD) patients who have exhausted other treatment options like dialysis.
2. Individuals with irreversible kidney damage or failure caused by conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or glomerulonephritis.
3. Patients with congenital kidney abnormalities or hereditary kidney diseases like polycystic kidney disease (PKD).
4. Those who meet the medical criteria for transplantation, including being in reasonably good overall health and having no active infections or cancers.
5. Candidates who have a suitable donor, either living or deceased, with compatible blood and tissue types.
6. Individuals who have undergone thorough medical and psychological evaluations to assess their suitability for transplantation and ability to adhere to post-transplant care.
7. Patients who have been educated about the risks and benefits of transplantation and have provided informed consent.
8. Those who are willing and able to comply with lifelong immunosuppressive medication regimens to prevent organ rejection.
9. Individuals with adequate social support systems in place to help them navigate the challenges of the transplant process and recovery.
10. Patients who have realistic expectations about the outcomes of transplantation and are committed to following their healthcare team’s recommendations for long-term care and monitoring.
This information is intended as a patient education resource only and should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem.
