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Kidney Transplantation
Kidney transplantation is a surgical procedure that replaces a failing kidney with a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor. It is a major treatment option for patients with end-stage kidney disease.
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Articles on this department
Kidney Transplant: Who Needs It, How It Works and What to Expect
Learn when a kidney transplant may be considered, how patients and donors are evaluated, what happens during surgery, and what recovery and life after transplantation involve.
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Dialysis: Types, How It Works, Side Effects and What to Expect
Learn when dialysis may be needed, how hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis work, what treatment involves, and the common side effects and lifestyle changes patients may experience.
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