Quảng Ninh Hospitals Achieve Milestone with Successful Kidney Transplants

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In a remarkable advancement for Quảng Ninh Province’s healthcare sector, two hospitals have carried out successful kidney transplants using organs from a brain-dead donor. This significant milestone was reached through surgeries conducted overnight on Tuesday at Quảng Ninh General Hospital and the Việt Nam-Sweden Hospital in Uông Bí City.

 

The kidneys were sourced from a donor declared brain-dead at the Việt Đức Friendship Hospital in Hà Nội. Thanks to a well-coordinated effort, the organs were transported to the two recipients in Quảng Ninh. Local doctors participated in the organ retrieval in Hà Nội, with guidance from top experts at Việt Đức Hospital, ensuring the safe transfer of the organs.

 

Both hospitals assembled specialised teams and made thorough preparations to guarantee the success of the procedures and provide effective post-operative care. The surgeries, each lasting over two hours, were successfully conducted during the night, with the patients now in stable condition and showing positive early signs of kidney function.

 

 

 

This achievement provides renewed hope for many suffering from end-stage kidney disease, showcasing the increasing capabilities of Quảng Ninh’s hospitals in performing complex medical procedures like organ transplants. The success of these transplants diminishes the need for patients to travel for advanced treatments, potentially reducing costs and easing healthcare access.

 

Other organs from the same donor, including the heart and liver, were similarly transplanted, further marking the donor's contribution to saving lives. With this success, Quảng Ninh is aspiring to develop into a regional transplant hub through continuous investment in medical equipment and the specialised training of its healthcare professionals, reported Vietnam News.

 

-- 2025-04-09