Renal Transplant

A renal transplant is a medical procedure in which a healthy kidney from an organ donor is surgically placed into a patient with chronic kidney disease. The healthy kidney takes over the role of the diseased one, filtering waste and excess fluid from the body. After the transplant, the patient's quality of life can be improved dramatically, as they no longer have to undergo dialysis treatments or take medication to maintain kidney function. Additionally, a successful renal transplant can reduce the risk of death due to complications from kidney failure. A renal transplant is a major operation with many risks, but is generally considered the best long-term option for those with kidney failure.