Renal transplantations, pronounced as /ˈriːnəl trænsplænˈteɪʃənz/, is a medical procedure where a healthy kidney is transplanted into a patient with a dysfunctional or failed kidney. The word "renal" denotes "pertaining to the kidneys", while "transplantation" refers to the process of moving an organ or tissue from one body to another. The spelling of this word follows the conventional English spelling patterns and uses the phonetic symbols of IPA to aid correct pronunciation. Renal transplantations have become a life-saving treatment for patients with end-stage renal disease.
Renal transplantation refers to a surgical procedure in which a healthy kidney is transplanted from a donor into a recipient who has end-stage renal disease (ESRD) or kidney failure. This procedure is also known as kidney transplantation. The donor kidney can come from either a living donor, such as a family member or a close friend, or a deceased donor.
The purpose of renal transplantation is to replace the failed kidney with a healthy one, allowing the recipient to regain normal kidney function. The transplanted kidney is placed inside the recipient's body, usually in the lower abdomen, and connected to the recipient's blood vessels and urinary tract. After the surgery, the transplanted kidney starts to filter waste products and excess fluids from the blood, producing urine as a result.
Renal transplantation is typically considered as the best treatment option for patients with end-stage renal disease, as it improves their quality of life and increases their life expectancy. However, it is not suitable for everyone and may pose risks and complications that need to be carefully considered.
To maintain the health of the transplanted kidney, recipients require lifelong immunosuppressive medications to prevent the body's immune system from rejecting the new organ. Regular follow-up visits and medical monitoring are essential to ensure the success and longevity of the renal transplantation.
The word "renal" is derived from the Latin word "renes", meaning "kidneys". "Transplantation" is derived from the Latin word "transplantare", which means "to plant or transfer". The combination of these words "renal transplantations" refers to the surgical procedure of transferring a healthy kidney from a donor to a recipient who has kidney failure.