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Why would I need a kidney transplant?
The only reason for kidney transplantation is irreversible kidney failure, which can be caused by several different conditions.

The main causes of kidney failure are:Diabetes mellitus, which is the primary reason for kidney transplantationGlomerulonephritisMalignant hypertensionGenetic diseases such as polycystic kidney diseaseAutoimmune conditions such as Lupus and Goodpasture’s Syndrome

Before resorting to a kidney transplant, the majority of patients are already on dialysis – either haemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis. Sometimes, if a donor is available, a patient may decide to have a kidney transplant before it becomes vital. After the transplant, patients will no longer need dialysis.However, some specific factors and conditions may prevent kidney transplantation.

The most common exclusion criteria are:Certain infections like tuberculosis or osteomyelitisHeart diseasesLiver diseasesLung diseasesOther life-threatening diseases, such as cancerAlcohol abuseDrugs abuseMental illnessesIntolerance or allergies towards the medications needed after the transplantation

The waiting lists for kidney transplantation can be long and requirements vary from one country to another. The main criteria takes into account the age and the general condition of the patient. Younger patients in good health are usually given priority in the waiting lists. A patient who is on a waiting list for a kidney transplant must be prepared to rush to the hospital as soon as a kidney becomes available.

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