Question 1

can i have cosmetic surgery after getting a kidney transplant?

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Yes: As long as your kidney function is good and there have been no major complications, then you can have cosmetic surgery.  However you should wait at least 1 year after transplant before having the cosmetic surgery.

Question 2

how long would a kidney transplant surgery take?

Accepted Answer

Choices: Despite the difficulties, expense and hard work, you are much better off caring for your current organs with your diabetes. If you end up with damaged kidneys despite your best diabetes care efforts, then you can rest assured you can care for your new transplanted organs, (also a lot of work, difficulties and expense). Find a diabetes support group, get involved in your care. Good luck.

Question 3

is it safe to have cosmetic surgery if i have had a kidney transplant?

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Yes: Having a kidney transplant will. Ot prevent you from having cosmetic surgery. Your risk profile for things like infection and your ability to heal may be effected by your immunosupression. Prior to undergoing any type of procedure it is important for you to discusd the risks involved with both your nephrologist and your plastic surgeon.

Question 4

what is the total cost of a kidney transplant surgery?

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Difficult to pinpoin: But mostly runs about 50, 000 to 60, 000, usually this is the reimbursement to hospitals.

Question 5

what is the annual fatality rate for kidney transplant surgery?

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Better than dialysis: Depends on the donor source and the age and existing co-morbiditeis of the recipient such as cardiovascular disease.  The one year mortality after kidney transplant ranges from 2 to 8%.  5 year mortality is about 20%.  This of course is superior to the annual mortality on dialysis of 15-20%.

Question 6

how much time passes between testing and kidney transplant surgery?

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Depends on  type: Most transplant centers have adopted a streamlined approach for testing potential kidney recipients and livng donors.  This process, including necessary testing and education of both donor and recipient.  If deemed to be acceptable candidates, surgery can be scheduled within 3-4 weeks.  Of course, the waiting time for a deceased donor is quite different, averaging 3-5  years depnding on location.

Question 7

what are the restrictions after a kidney transplant surgery.

Accepted Answer

Stay on medication: There will be multiple restrictions. The big concept is to stay on your medications. Immunosuppression medications are key to transplant success. Your transplant team will work with you throughout the process.

Question 8

on average, how long will a kidney transplant surgery take?

Accepted Answer

Kidney transplant: The surgical procedure is 3 to 4 hours. However, getting onto a transplant list takes time. Waiting until an organ becomes available takes time. Recovery, transplant medications, monitoring and possible complications last your lifetime. Take care of your current organs. Take care of your diabetes. Good luck.

Question 9

after kidney transplant surgery will i have to follow a special diet?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Your doctor will advise you if you have other problems such as diabetes, you still have to follow your diabetic diet. So dietary restrictions depending on your other medical problems. Generally no fluid or pottassium restrictions which are necessary for patients on dialysis.

Question 10

please tell me if you can get a kidney transplant after 10 years?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely : Kidney transplants are performed in patients of all ages and after any period of dialysis.

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