A kidney transplant is a surgical procedure to place a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor into a person whose kidneys no longer function properly.
How Much Does Kidney Transplant Cost In South Africa
The costs of transplantation in South Africa can range anywhere between one and two lakh Rands. This can be converted to R 109094.30 to R 233773.50
How long is the kidney transplant list in South Africa?
In general, the average time frame for waiting can be 3-5 years at most centers and even longer in some geographical regions of the country.
Who pays if you donate a kidney?
Generally, the recipient’s Medicare or private health insurance will pay for the following for the donor (if the donation is to a family member or friend).
Who is the best match for a kidney transplant?
The best match for the recipient is to have 12 out of s12antigen match. (This is known as a zero mismatch.) It is possible for all 12 markers to match, even with an unrelated deceased donor organ, if the patient has a very common HLA type.
Why do kidneys fail?
High blood pressure and diabetes are the two most common causes of kidney failure. They can also become damaged from physical injury, diseases, or other disorders.