Incompatible Donors -- Dr. Mikel Prieto

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Channel: Mayo Clinic · 2012 · Science & Technology

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Dr. Mikel Prieto, Surgical Director of the Kidney and Pancreas Program, describes Mayo Clinic's approach to incompatible donors. One option may be entering the Paired Exchange Donation Program (see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaLORFtA2Kc&feature=youtu.be)  

Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN has a wealth of experience with living donor transplantation. Extended donor criteria are looked at for suitable patients. This may include factors such as: mild hypertension, age limit, and BMI guidelines.  

Kidney and Pancreas Transplant Program: 1-866-249-1648
Kidney Transplant at Mayo Clinic: http://www.mayoclinic.org/kidney-transplant/

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