The two kidneys are bean-shaped organs on both sides of the spine just below the rib cage. Their main function is to filter waste and liquids from the blood and dispose of them by excreting them with urine.
When the kidneys lose this ability to filter, fluid and excrement accumulate in the body, increasing blood pressure and leading to kidney failure when the kidneys lose about 90% of their ability to function normally.
Kidney transplantation is carried out with the new kidneys, which are connected to the blood vessels in the abdomen, with the confirmation of blood flow in the blood vessels and its arrival in the new kidneys The team then connects the new urethra to the bladder in the body
Common causes of kidney failure
Diabetes mellitus
Chronic hypertension
Polycystic kidney disease
Types of kidney transplant:
Kidney transplant from a surviving donor
A kidney transplant from a deceased donor
Preventive kidney transplant
Contraindications to kidney transplant
Viral infections such as advanced hepatitis C
Chronic heart disease
Cancer
Alcoholism or drugs
Getting older
Kidney transplant risks
Short term: infection, urinary tract inflammation, bleeding, blood clots, colds
Long Term: Increased risk of infectious diseases, possible diabetes mellitus, high blood pressure
General guidance after kidney transplant:
Ensure that checks and periodic follow-ups are carried out
Regular medication to prevent the immune system from attacking the new kidney or rejecting it
Stop smoking
Exercise
Eat foods rich in fiber, low-fat meat, and milk
Complications of the process
Infection
Blood clots and bleeding
Donated kidney refusal
Heart attack and stroke
Side effects of anti-rejection medications
FAQs:
Can you exercise after a kidney transplant?
Light sports can be started, such as: walking, preferably away from violent sports
What causes the body's rejection of the new transplanted organ?
As a result of irregular medication or taking lower doses than required. Or for other reasons such as transplantation from incompatible blood groups or the presence of anti-donor tissue
Will I go about my life naturally after a kidney transplant?
Most recipients of the organ transplant can return to work and perform their other usual activities within (8) weeks after the transplant
Do I need continuous follow-up after the operation?
After you leave the hospital, it is necessary to undergo a follow-up procedure for a few weeks to check how efficiently the new kidneys work and also ensure that your body does not reject them you may need to take blood tests several times or modify your medications during the weeks following the transplant operation
What if a kidney transplant fails?
If the new kidney fails, you can resume dialysis or consider a second transplant.
