Leading Transplant Programme in Pune

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The Jehangir Hospital Transplant Programme is a leading, long-standing, and innovative specialist in kidney, liver, bone marrow, and corneal transplantation. Our team consists of highly skilled and experienced specialists who provide exceptional care to patients using the latest technological advancements. Our expertise extends to performing complex procedures with state-of-the-art facilities, including advanced testing sites and dedicated inpatient surgical and intensive care units, as well as a comprehensive outpatient transplant clinic staffed by a multidisciplinary team.

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Kidney Transplantation at Jehangir Hospital

At Jehangir Hospital, we employ cutting-edge technologies and procedures to ensure successful kidney transplantation. The advanced techniques include:Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Matching: This genetic test determines whether the donor and recipient share a compatible set of DNA. Proper HLA matching can significantly reduce the risk of transplant rejection, ensuring the recipient's body accepts the donor's kidney.

Cytotoxic Crossmatching: This laboratory test assesses whether the recipient’s immune system will reject the donor's kidney. By mixing and testing the recipient's and donor's blood samples, we can predict and prevent potential rejection.Immunosuppressive Medication: Even with successful HLA matching and crossmatching, patients must take immunosuppressive medicines to prevent organ rejection. These medications help the recipient's immune system accept the donor organ while reducing the risk of infection.

Jehangir Hospital excels in performing ‘ABO’ incompatible transplants, where the recipient and donor have different blood groups, with a high success rate. Additionally, patients have the option of SWAP (Donor Exchange) transplants. Our multidisciplinary team, comprising physicians, surgeons, transplant coordinators, dieticians, pharmacists, social workers, and nurses, works collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. The Hospital has pioneered significant advancements in transplant procedures. In 2008, Jehangir Hospital facilitated the first SWAP transplant in the city, followed by the first ABO incompatible transplant in 2018. Over the past years, hospital has consistently achieved excellent results with ABO incompatible transplants and is also actively involved in the cadaver donation programme, contributing to our renowned reputation in transplantation.

Liver Transplant
Jehangir Hospital offers extensive and personalised care for individuals suffering from liver and bile duct diseases, including cancer. We provide comprehensive testing and treatment options for patients of all ages, ranging from diagnostics to medical treatments, surgeries, transplantations, and supportive care during a liver transplant. Our expert surgeons are highly skilled in performing liver transplants for patients with complex conditions, such as hepatitis C virus, HIV, fatty liver disease, and liver or bile duct cancers.

Cornea Transplant:

At Jehangir Hospital, we specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of corneal diseases. Our team is experienced in corneal transplantation, a surgical procedure that involves replacing a damaged or diseased cornea with a healthy one from a suitable donor. Like any medical procedure, there are specific protocols to follow before the transplantation and certain risks involved. The level of risk varies depending on whether the procedure is a full or partial corneal transplant. Our team follows all protocols to ensure that your experience, from pre-operation to post-operation healing, is as smooth as possible and is closely monitored by our world-class specialists.

Jehangir Hospital Bone Marrow Transplant Centre:

The Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) unit at Jehangir Hospital serves both national and international patients' needs for bone marrow transplants. Supported by an in-house Blood Centre, equipped to efficiently support the BMT program, and backed by a Laboratory with 24x7 facilities, we conduct all necessary tests for transplants.

BMT unit at Jehangir Hospital features hepa filter positive pressure monitored rooms for adult and paediatric care, catering to both malignant and non-malignant cases. Our unit's unique selling point (USP) lies in its high standards of infection control, ensuring the critical hygiene required for specialised procedures such as Bone Marrow Transplants.

This robust setup hosts state-of-the-art equipment and comprises a 3-bedded unit to accommodate multiple patients if needed. A bone marrow transplant is a lengthy procedure requiring 40 – 60 days of admission, and our BMT unit ensures a comfortable provision for the patient’s attendant as well.

A dedicated team of specially trained BMT consultants, nurses, housekeeping staff, clinical pharmacologists, and dieticians is available round the clock. Our equipment includes Multipara Monitors designed to display various patient parameters such as ECG, SpO2, pulse rate, NIBP, temperature, etc. Additionally, we provide Infusion Pumps for controlled delivery of fluids and medications, Syringe Pumps for precise medication delivery, Defibrillators for treating life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias, Plasma Thawing Baths for rapid thawing of fresh frozen plasma (FFP) bags, Biosafety Cabinets providing a sterile environment when working with biological specimens like bone marrow and cell lines, and a Minus 80 Degree Freezer used to store cryopreserved Peripheral Blood Stem Cells.

Q.1 What is a transplant program?

Ans: A transplant program is a specialized medical service that offers organ transplantation as a treatment option for patients with severe organ failure. The program involves the evaluation, surgical procedure, and post-operative care of organ transplant patients.

Q.2 What organs can be transplanted?

Ans: Commonly transplanted organs include the kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas, and intestines. Tissue transplants, such as corneas, skin, and bone marrow, are also performed.

Q.3 Who is eligible for an organ transplant?

Ans: Eligibility for an organ transplant depends on factors such as the specific organ failure, overall health condition, absence of contraindications (e.g., active infections, cancer), and the ability to adhere to the post-transplant care regimen.

Q.4 What is involved in the transplant evaluation process?

Ans: The evaluation process includes a comprehensive medical assessment, diagnostic tests, psychological evaluation, and consultations with various specialists. The goal is to determine if the patient is a suitable candidate for a transplant.

Q.5 Are there risks involved in organ donation?

Ans: As with any surgical procedure, there are risks involved in organ donation, including surgical complications, infection, and long-term health impacts. However, many living donors lead healthy lives post-donation.

Q.6 How can patients improve their chances of a successful transplant?

Ans: Patients can improve their chances of success by adhering to their medication regimen, attending all follow-up appointments, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, avoiding exposure to infections, and seeking support from healthcare providers and support groups.

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