How long is the waiting list for a cadaveric kidney in India?
Wait times vary significantly by state and blood group, ranging from months to several years. States like Tamil Nadu and Telangana have more active deceased donation programs.
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Cadaveric kidney donation in India
How deceased donor kidney donation works in India, the organ allocation process, and how to register.
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Short Answer
Cadaveric (deceased donor) kidney donation in India is managed through state organ sharing networks under the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (THOA).
Medical Facts
- Deceased donor kidneys come from brain-dead patients whose families consent to organ donation.
- Organs are allocated based on blood group compatibility, waiting time, medical urgency, and proximity.
- India's cadaveric donation rate remains low (around 0.8 per million population) compared to global averages.
Legal Facts
- The National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO) and state-level organizations (ROTTO/SOTTO) coordinate allocation.
- Families cannot choose the recipient; allocation follows established medical and ethical protocols.
Treatment or Donation Options
- Register on your state's organ transplant waiting list through a licensed transplant centre.
- Discuss cadaveric transplant eligibility and expected waiting times with your nephrologist.
- Consider pledging organ donation and encouraging family members to do the same.
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