EP2 (Part 2) | One Kidney, A Lifetime Of Care: From Diagnosis To Transplant | QRATED Podcast

Welcome back to a special episode of QRATED, brought to you by UM Specialist Centre (UMSC)! In this second part of our deep dive into kidney health, we're with our incredible experts, Prof. Dr. Lim Soo Kun, a Consultant Nephrologist, and Prof. Dr. Shanggar Kuppusamy, a Consultant Urologist. We move beyond the initial decision to donate and explore the intricate journey of a kidney transplant—from diagnosis and the role of dialysis to the realities of post-transplant life.________________________________________What You'll Learn:• The Silent Threat: Find out why kidney disease has no symptoms in its early stages and why regular medical checkups are the key to early detection and effective treatment.• The Reality of Dialysis: Understand why, despite being a life-saving therapy that can sustain patients for years, dialysis is an imperfect solution. Our experts reveal the sobering statistic that the 5-year survival rate for dialysis patients is less than 50%.• Post-Transplant Life: Learn what happens after a transplant, from the week-long hospital stay for recipients to the rigorous follow-up schedule. We dispel the myth that life immediately returns to "normal" but highlight the immense improvement in a patient's quality of life.• Overcoming Misconceptions: Our surgeons tackle common fears about the operating room, addressing myths about organ replacement and removal, and explaining the modern, minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery for donors.• The Power of Teamwork: Discover how a multi-disciplinary team of nephrologists, urologists, anesthetists, and radiologists works together to ensure patient safety and the best possible outcomes, even when disagreements arise.Technological Advances: Get a glimpse into the future of kidney care, including exciting new technologies that allow doctors to monitor a patient's immune system with a simple blood test (like the TTV virus) and to predict rejection without invasive biopsies.________________________________________This episode is a must-watch for anyone navigating a kidney-related health journey, considering organ donation, or simply looking to understand the profound impact of modern medicine. The central theme? Teamwork is key to overcoming the toughest health battles.UM Specialist Centre is Malaysia's premier quaternary hospital, offering rare, complex, and next-level care with a team of trusted super-consultants, advanced technology, and research-backed treatments.________________________________________Learn more about our consultants, specialties, or book an appointment: Visit https://umsc.my/For more health tips, behind-the-scenes content, and expert insights, follow us on:● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/umspecialistcentre/● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UMSCHospital/● TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@umspecialistcentre● Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2TvWpdK4QJ2H2krNDIcHlY● Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/q-rated/id1831192451#qrated #KidneyHealth #OrganDonation #KidneyFailure #Transplant #Nephrology #Urology #MalaysiaHealth #HealthPodcast #UMSpecialistCentre #SaveALife