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For a kidney transplant, an incision is made in the lower abdomen (A). The donor kidney is connected to the patient's blood supply lower in the abdomen than the native kidneys, which are usually left in place (B). A transplanted ureter connects the donor kidney to the patient's bladder (C). (Illustration by GGS Inc.)

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Kidney transplant Definition Purpose Demographics Description Open nephrectomy Laparoscopic nephrectomy Diagnosis/Preparation Aftercare Risks Normal results Morbidity and mortality rates Alternatives BOOKS PERIODICALS ORGANIZATIONS OTHER WHO PERFORMS THE PROCEDURE AND WHERE IS IT PERFORMED? QUESTIONS TO ASK THE DOCTOR

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