ABO-Incompatible Kidney Transplant: Transplanting Across Different Blood Groups
Can you receive a kidney from a donor with a different blood group? Dr. Jitesh Jeswani (Specialist in ABO-Incompatible Transplants, UK) explains antigen removal, plasmapheresis, and success rates.
क्या Kidney Transplant में Blood Group Match होना जरूरी है | Dr. Jitesh Jeswani
Watch Dr. Jitesh Jeswani explain the clinical symptoms, kidney biopsy diagnosis, and treatment protocols in this educational briefing. Read the full doctor-verified English guide below.
Blood group matching is no longer mandatory for kidney transplantation. With modern ABO-Incompatible (ABOi) protocols—including Plasmapheresis to remove blood group antibodies and Rituximab infusion—patients can safely receive an incompatible kidney with >95% success.
Key Clinical Takeaways:
- ABO-Incompatible kidney transplants allow family members with mismatched blood types to become living donors.
- Plasmapheresis cleanses anti-A or anti-B antibodies from the bloodstream before surgery.
- Long-term graft survival rates for ABO-incompatible transplants match traditional compatible transplants.
- Dr. Jitesh Jeswani brings advanced UK fellowship training in ABOi transplantation to Nagpur.
How ABO-Incompatible Kidney Transplantation Works
Desensitization protocol, antibody titer monitoring, and long-term accommodation of the donor kidney.
Need consultation for Kidney Transplant?
Dr. Jitesh Jeswani offers specialized evaluation at Nephron Kidney Hospital, Sitabuldi, Nagpur.
Questions & Answers
Is ABO-incompatible transplant safe?
Yes. Clinical data confirms that after successful desensitization, ABOi transplants achieve graft survival identical to standard compatible transplants.
Editorial Policy & Medical Disclaimer:
This article was prepared by the medical communications team of Nephron Kidney Hospital and reviewed by Dr. Jitesh Jeswani. It is provided for educational and awareness purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for direct medical diagnosis or treatment.