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Programs & Services


Kidney Transplant Services - Pediatric

Provides assessment for children with kidney disease requiring a transplant.

The Transplant Program provides assessment for patients with end stage organ failure, which includes but is not limited to:

  • medical, surgical and psychosocial assessment
  • diagnostic investigations
  • consultation with specialists

If a patient is deemed suitable for organ transplant, the Transplant Program will:

  • list the candidate for organ transplant
  • monitor the candidate alongside the primary care physician while listed for transplant
  • provide transplant education and support the candidate through the transplant experience

If a patient receives an organ transplant they will be followed by a Transplant Program lifelong.

Access
Service Providers May Include
multidisciplinary transplant team
Eligibility

Children 0-17 years old

Patients are assessed by the renal transplant team using tests and interviews to see if they’re good candidates for surgery.

Patients are considered for a transplant if it’s likely the surgery will help the person live longer and have a better quality of life.

Service Access

Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.


Service Locations
Also Known As
Acronym
RTS
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Kidney Transplant Services - Pediatric and Adult
Other
Renal Transplant Services