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What can i do if my friend received a kidney transplant from a family member, what is the success rate?
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High success: Above ninety percent first year survival and the life span of living-related kidney transplant is circa 15 years and better. When it fails in the future, he will have the benefit of better (future) technology for another transplant or other options. It is imperative to adhere to all instructions of doctors to realize the above benefits.
Answered 5/28/2013
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