veseátültetést

Veseátültetés, also known as kidney transplantation, is a surgical procedure to replace a diseased or damaged kidney with a healthy kidney from a donor. This life-saving treatment is typically recommended for individuals suffering from end-stage renal disease (ESRD), a condition where the kidneys have lost most or all of their ability to function. ESRD can be caused by various factors, including diabetes, high blood pressure, glomerulonephritis, and polycystic kidney disease.

The process involves several stages. First, a recipient is evaluated to determine their suitability for a transplant. This includes extensive medical testing and psychological assessments. Potential donors can be living or deceased. Living donors, often relatives or close friends, can undergo a pre-emptive transplant before the recipient's kidney function deteriorates significantly. Deceased donors are individuals who have been declared brain dead and whose families have consented to organ donation.

During the surgery, the donor kidney is placed in the recipient's lower abdomen, usually on the side opposite the existing kidneys. The blood vessels of the donor kidney are then connected to the recipient's blood vessels. The recipient's own kidneys are typically left in place unless they are causing specific problems.

Following the transplant, recipients must take immunosuppressant medications for the rest of their lives to prevent their immune system from rejecting the new kidney. Regular medical follow-ups and monitoring are crucial to ensure the transplanted kidney functions well and to manage any potential complications. Veseátültetés offers a significantly improved quality of life and a longer lifespan for many individuals with kidney failure.