A 32-year-old patient overcomes end-stage renal disease thanks to Fortis Hospital, Nagarbhavi, and their cadaver donor registry.

Bengaluru: A 32-year-old patient suffering from end-stage renal disease underwent a successful kidney transplant at Fortis Hospital, Nagarbhavi. The hospital's cadaver donor registry played a crucial role in providing a suitable donor kidney in time. Ms. Rekha, who also manages Type II Diabetes Mellitus, hypertension, and hypothyroidism, was admitted urgently due to fatigue and breathing difficulties. After diagnosis confirmed end-stage renal disease, she required immediate dialysis followed by the transplant procedure.

Led by Dr. Manjunath S, Senior Consultant in Nephrology, and Dr. Premkumar, Senior Consultant in Urology, the kidney transplant was performed on May 5th, 2024, using a cadaveric kidney from a deceased donor. Ms. Rekha recovered well and was discharged within five days. Her story highlights resilience, crucial for any transplant recipient’s recovery. The Fortis Hospital, Nagarbhavi’s cadaver donor registry ensured a timely match, minimizing risks of rejection through careful donor-recipient compatibility assessment

One of the significant advantages of having an in-house Cadaver Donor Registry is streamlining the process of organ transplantation from cadaver donors to patients within the hospital. With a donor registry in place, the hospital receives one organ from a cadaver donor and can issue it to a recipient registered on the recipient waiting list. This efficient mechanism ensures that organ transplants can be carried out without delays, thus saving lives and providing hope to patients in need. Every year 5,00,000 lives are lost due to the shortage of available organs from donors.

Dr Manjunath S, Senior Consultant - Nephrology, Fortis Hospital, Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru, said, “The transplantation process involved comprehensive matching of the donor kidney with the patient, ensuring compatibility and minimizing rejection risks. We meticulously assessed various factors to optimize the transplant’s success, including tissue compatibility, blood type matching, and overall health status. Witnessing the successful transplantation of the matched kidney fills us with immense satisfaction and reaffirms our commitment to delivering the highest standards of care to our patients. This marks as the first kidney transplant surgery at Fortis Hospital Nagarbhavi.”

Dr Premkumar, Senior Consultant - Urology, Fortis Hospital, Nagarbhavi, Bengaluru, said “Rekha's response to the transplant has met our expectations. In kidney transplantation, minimizing damage to the donor kidney is absolutely paramount. The quicker and more adeptly the team operates, the better the kidney's function will be after it's transplanted into the recipient. In Rekha’s case we hardly took one and a half hour to complete the transplantation process. This was another key factor for the success of this transplantation. The availability of our dedicated cadaver donor registry has played a crucial role in ensuring timely access to suitable organs for transplantation, emphasizing the importance of organ donation in saving lives.”

Mr. Akshay Oleti, Business Head, Fortis Hospitals Bengaluru, added, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the entire medical team for their exceptional dedication and commitment to patient care. Rekha's successful kidney transplant exemplifies the epitome of medical excellence and compassion that Fortis Healthcare embodies. This remarkable achievement highlights our hospital's steadfast commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare services and prioritizing the well-being of our patients. We remain devoted to providing outstanding medical care and positively impacting the lives of our patients and their families.”