Can Tho Central General Hospital Performs First Kidney Transplant in Four Years: A Miracle of Medical Expertise and Precision

In a historic moment for the Southwest region, doctors at Can Tho Central General Hospital successfully performed the first kidney transplant in four years on April 25th. The recipient was a 34-year-old male teacher from Ben Tre who had been suffering from chronic kidney failure for six years and was undergoing medical treatment. The donor was the patient’s brother.

Two years ago, the patient visited Can Tho Central General Hospital with end-stage chronic kidney failure and was prescribed hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. He was later placed on the kidney transplant waiting list after the hospital was recognized by the Ministry of Health for its expertise in kidney transplants. The first kidney transplant in the Southwest region was performed by doctors at Can Tho Central General Hospital with support from Cho Ray Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City. Over 20 doctors and nurses worked together to successfully remove, wash, and transplant the kidney.

After a 5-hour surgery, the patient’s new kidney started functioning as urine appeared when the ureter was connected. The patient’s health stabilized after two weeks of recovery, and he is expected to be discharged from the hospital on May 9th. The donor’s health also recovered well after the transplant. The cost of the procedure was approximately 270 million VND, sponsored by donors.

The patient’s mother expressed gratitude to the medical team for their dedication to her child. Dr. Nguyen Phuoc Loc, Head of the Department of Nephrology and Urology, emphasized the importance of careful preparation and coordination for the success of the transplant. Can Tho Central General Hospital aims to become a leading center for kidney transplants in Vietnam.

This successful operation marks a significant milestone in nephrology and urology in Vietnam, demonstrating that even complex surgeries like this can be carried out with great skill and precision under proper planning and coordination efforts.

The medical team involved in this operation included Dr Nguyen Phuoc Loc (Head of Nephrology & Urology Department), Dr Tran Van Dong (Chief Surgeon), Dr Tran Van Tuan (Senior Surgeon), Dr Le Thi Kim Anh (Anesthetist), Dr Truong Van Hau (Pathologist), Dr Vo Quang Vinh (Radiologist), Dr Nguyen Huu Hong (Urologist)