Hyderabad, 22 Feb’2024: Hyderabad: India’s kidney donor shortage is worrying, in a year over 2,00,000 patients need a kidney transplant in India. But, only roughly 8,000 to 12,000 kidney transplants are happing. Inspite of best treatment options only 3% to 5% of patients under going Kidney Transplantation now. The main reason is the lack of donors, as per the National Organ & Tissue Transplant Act only family donors can donate the kidney to their relatives. Inspite of some situation where donors are available within the family but their blood groups are not matching this is the reason for 40% of the donor rejections. For this set of patients, the available option is ABO Incompatible Kidney Transplant & Paired (Swap) Kidney Exchange.
With Paired (Swap) Kidney Exchange we can increase the donor poll from 5% to 40%. But, now in India only few numbers of Paired (Swap) Kidney Exchange are going on compared to western population or other developed countries where 30% to 40% of transplants are because of Paired (Swap) Kidney Exchange. In India in last few years very few Paired (Swap) Kidney Exchanges have happened, this is because of lack of awareness.
Widespread awareness amongst the community is that for a Kidney Transplantation blood
group matching is a must. But, in case of not matching there are two solution ABO
Incompatible & Paired (Swap) Kidney Transplantation which 90% of the common people are
not aware.
To improve that awareness if they have family donors and not matched, they decide that
donor is not available. Unless they are aware ABO incompletable or Paired (Swap) Kidney
Transplantation, where blood group match is not must.
Diabetes, malnutrition, overcrowding, and poor sanitation all contribute to the high prevalence of Chronic Kidney disease (CKD) in India, which affects approximately 17% of the population. CKD frequently progresses to end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
Star Hospitals has achieved remarkable success in performing Swap Kidney Transplants and
ABO Incompatible Kidney Transplants, revolutionizing the landscape of organ transplantation.
Kidney Swap Transplants involve exchanging kidneys among incompatible donor-recipient pairs, facilitating life-saving matches that might otherwise be unattainable. This innovative approach significantly expands the pool of potential donors, providing a solution for patients facing compatibility challenges. Star also excels in ABO Incompatible Kidney Transplants, where the transplant occurs between a donor and recipient with different blood types. This pioneering technique transcends traditional barriers, allowing patients to receive kidneys from donors who may not share the same blood type. These advanced procedures represent a beacon of hope for individuals in need, reducing dependency on cadaver donors and offering a transformative solution to the pressing challenges of kidney failure.
Dr. Gandhe Sridhar, MBBS, MD, DM (Nephrology) Senior Consultant - Nephrologist &
Transplant Physician, Director - Nephrology & Transplant at Star Group of Hospitals,
Hyderabad stated, "The Kidney Paired Donation Registry is a paradigm shift in Kidney
transplantation. It places the power in the hands of those in need, allowing them to actively
engage in finding a suitable match. This initiative has the potential to revolutionize the way we approach kidney transplants in India."
Dr. Jyothsna Guttikonda, MBBS, MD; AB Nephrology (USA), Sr. Consultant Nephrologist &
Transplant Physician Head of Department - Nephrology & Transplant says, "Our holistic
approach to transplantation reflects our unwavering commitment to patient-centric care. By
offering a spectrum of innovative solutions, we aim to address the diverse needs of our patients and foster a sense of hope and empowerment."
Embarking on a transformative journey, Star Hospitals remains resolute in its commitment to
reshape the narrative of organ transplantation in India.
Dr. Swarna Latha, In-charge Jeevandan, stated that the multifaceted approach adopted by the Star Hospitals Team, will increase donor percentage. She also stated that kidney disease in India has reached alarming proportions, with a significant number of individuals grappling with the debilitating effects of the condition while anxiously awaiting a suitable cadaver donor.
Dr Gopichand Mannam, Managing Director, Star Group of Hospitals, emphasized the hospital's commitment to innovation, saying, "Star Hospitals is dedicated to pioneering initiatives that go beyond conventional approaches. The Kidney Paired Donation Registry aligns with our mission to provide advanced healthcare solutions and ensures that patients have a proactive role in their journey to receiving a transplant."
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