Kidney transplantation · Kanpur
Kidney Transplant Surgeon in Kanpur
Kidney failure is hard on the whole family. Get honest guidance on transplant evaluation, donor matching and surgery from Dr. Saurabh Singh, urologist and kidney transplant surgeon.
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Overview
Kidney transplantation: what you should know
Quick answer: A kidney transplant replaces a failed kidney with a healthy kidney from a living or deceased donor. It is considered for suitable patients with end-stage kidney disease after evaluation of the patient and donor.
Dr. Saurabh Singh (M.B.B.S., M.S. General Surgery, M.Ch. Urology) is a consultant urologist and kidney transplant surgeon in Kanpur. Transplant care is teamwork between the surgeon, nephrologist and the hospital transplant unit.
The journey
Steps in kidney transplantation
Evaluation
Tests of heart, lungs, infection status and overall fitness for surgery.
Donor matching
Blood group and tissue matching, and a legal and medical check of the donor.
Surgery
The new kidney is placed in the lower abdomen and joined to the blood vessels and bladder.
Recovery
Hospital stay, anti-rejection medicines and regular follow-up.
Donors & recipients
Who can be a donor or recipient?
- Recipients are usually people with end-stage kidney failure fit for surgery
- Living donors are healthy adults, matched and cleared as per law
- Deceased-donor transplants follow the legal allocation process
- Both donor and recipient are fully counselled before surgery
After transplant
Life with a transplanted kidney
Anti-rejection medicines must be taken as advised, with regular blood tests and check-ups. Infection prevention, a healthy diet and not skipping follow-up help protect the new kidney.
Visit us
Clinics in Kanpur
Barra: Neelam Complex, near Sachan Guest House, Juhi Kalan, Barra, Kanpur 208027 · Mon–Sat 2:30–4 PM, Sun 12–1 PM
Rawatpur: Shri Krishna Poly Clinic, Opp. J.K. Cancer Hospital, Near Ajay Chemist, Rawatpur · Mon–Sat 1–2 PM
Kidney transplant FAQ
Straight answers about evaluation, donors and life after transplant.
See Full FAQWho needs a kidney transplant?
People with end-stage kidney failure, usually on dialysis or close to needing it, may be considered for a transplant after a full medical evaluation by a transplant team.
Who can donate a kidney?
A healthy living donor, usually a close relative or an approved donor under the law, or a deceased donor through the legal allocation process. Donors are carefully tested for matching and safety.
Is kidney transplant better than dialysis?
For many suitable patients, a successful transplant can offer a better quality of life than long-term dialysis, but it is not right for everyone. Your transplant team will advise you after evaluation.
Do transplant patients need medicines for life?
Yes. Anti-rejection medicines are needed as long as the transplanted kidney is working, along with regular follow-up and blood tests.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Saurabh Singh (M.B.B.S., M.S. General Surgery, M.Ch. Urology) · Last updated: October 2026.
This page is for general information and does not replace a personal medical consultation. In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital.
