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Kidney transplants: Eight common questions answered

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We've heard people talk about kidney donation without clearly knowing the process and vulnerabilities that come with it and making it seem as easy as exhaling. Do you ever wonder why one would need a transplant and what might lead to the entire procedure?

Dr Joyce K Bwombengi, a nephrologist at Aga Khan University Hospital, emphasises the vital role of kidney transplantation in improving the quality of life for patients with kidney disease.

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