The educational videos and resources below will cover important aspects of the transplant evaluation and transplantation process. It will also provide you with what to expect when you come to Piedmont.
Kidney Transplant Selection Criteria
Kidney transplant selection is a critical process designed to ensure the best outcomes for patients and the donated organ. Each person is carefully evaluated based on medical history, overall health, and organ compatibility. Sometimes, a patient may be placed on Status 7, which means they are temporarily inactive on the transplant list—often due to a medical issue, incomplete testing, or another concern that needs to be addressed. This status helps ensure patients are fully ready for transplant and that every kidney goes to someone who can benefit right away. By following strict selection criteria, we improve success rates and help more patients live longer, healthier lives.
Learn more about the kidney transplant selection criteria for patients with or without Status 7.
With Status 7 Without Status 7
Living Donor
Living Donor Selection Criteria
Living donor selection is a careful and thorough process that ensures the safety and well-being of both the donor and the recipient. Potential donors undergo extensive medical, psychological, and social evaluations to confirm they are healthy, fully informed, and donating voluntarily. Key criteria include blood and tissue compatibility, kidney function, and overall physical and mental health. This rigorous process helps ensure a safe donation experience and a successful transplant outcome. By selecting qualified donors, we protect their health while offering recipients the best chance at a longer, healthier life.
We strive to make living organ donation as easy as possible for both the donor and the recipient. Know what to expect from a kidney donation with this quick, easy-to-understand guide, or to learn more about our living donor kidney selection criteria, click here.
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Post-Kidney Transplant Surgery
Additional Resources
The My Kidney Transplant & Paired Donation Coach Video Series from the Health Resources & Services Administration (HSRA) addresses questions people may have about kidney transplants and paired kidney donation.
Pancreas Transplant Education and Evaluation
Pancreas Transplant Selection Criteria
Pancreas transplant selection is a vital step in determining who can safely and successfully receive this complex, life-changing surgery. Candidates are thoroughly evaluated for factors such as type 1 diabetes, kidney function, overall health, and ability to manage post-transplant care. In some cases, a patient may be placed on Status 7, meaning they are temporarily inactive on the transplant list due to a medical or personal issue that needs to be resolved. This careful screening process ensures each transplant has the best chance of long-term success. By selecting the right candidates, we protect patient health and make the most of each donated pancreas.
Learn more about the pancreas transplant selection criteria for patients with or without Status 7.
With Status 7 Without Status 7
Liver Transplant