Is a living donor transplant always better?
Outcomes are generally superior, but a deceased donor transplant is still a life-changing treatment and the best option when no suitable living donor is available.
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Living vs deceased donor kidney transplant
Comparing outcomes, processes, and considerations for living versus cadaveric kidney transplants in India.
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Short Answer
Living donor kidney transplants generally have better outcomes and shorter waiting times than deceased donor transplants, but both are valid pathways depending on availability and medical suitability.
Medical Facts
- Living donor kidneys typically function immediately after transplant, while deceased donor kidneys may have delayed graft function.
- Living donation allows planned surgery, better HLA matching, and shorter cold ischemia time.
- Deceased donor transplant eliminates surgical risk for a living person but requires waiting on the allocation list.
Treatment or Donation Options
- Discuss with your transplant team whether a living donor option is available in your family.
- Register on the cadaveric transplant waitlist while exploring living donor possibilities.
- Understand the evaluation process for both pathways to make an informed decision.
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