What exactly happens when you receive a kidney transplant? While the actual process is very complex and takes a team of medical professionals – and of course a kidney – this section will assume all of those things are in place. Here we’ll take an abbreviated walk through the kidney transplant process.
While the demand for kidneys continues to climb, currently, all transplanted kidneys only come from three sources:
What exactly happens when you receive a kidney transplant? While the actual process is very complex and takes a team of medical professionals – and of course a kidney – this section will assume all of those things are in place.
A kidney transplant is a complicated and costly procedure. To ensure you have proper financial coverage, talk to your transplant center and insurance company about costs associated with the procedure and who will cover them.
A number of things happen before a transplant can take place. Learn More »
A number of factors come into play when deciding on where to have a transplant. Learn More »
The kidney transplant team is a group of health care professionals, social workers and other providers who will help you through every step of your transplant and recovery. Learn More »
No doubt you’ll have lots of questions regarding the procedure and your health as you go through the transplant process. Learn More »
Along with a transplant there are many tests and evaluations. Learn more about them by clicking any of the links below.
While a kidney transplant can literally be a lifesaver, complications can occur after a transplant. Learn More »
Statistics Number of kidney transplants performed in the United States. Learn More
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