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During Your Kidney Transplant Surgery |
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What to Expect at the Hospital
After admission, the patient receives a physical examination and additional testing. Preoperative procedures may include:
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An enema to clean out the intestines and prevent constipation after surgery
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Shaving the chest and abdomen
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Inserting an intravenous (IV) line to administer fluids and medications
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A sedative to help the patient relax before the operation
The Surgical Procedure
The kidney transplant procedure usually takes approximately three hours. The new kidney is placed in the lower abdomen, and then the renal artery and vein are connected to the blood vessels in the pelvic area. The ureter is usually connected directly to the patient’s bladder. In most cases, the patient’s own kidneys and ureter are not disturbed. Urine production can start within five minutes after blood flow to the kidney begins.
Center for Transplantation
Hillcrest Medical Offices South
4168 Front St., Second Floor
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 574-8612
Fax:(619) 296-1852 |