ArticleCureus2024
A Single-Center Study on the Clinical Profiles and Ultrasonographic Assessments of Living Kidney Donors in the Marathwada Region of Maharashtra.
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Living donor kidney transplantation plays a vital role in renal replacement therapy, particularly in India, where a substantial increase in kidney transplants has been observed. Thorough assessments of living kidney donors are crucial, focusing on parameters such as kidney size and glomerular filtration rate (GFR). Despite the importance of GFR in donor assessments, there is a noticeable lack of data on normal GFR ranges in the Indian population. This study aims to address the gap in knowledge by establishing a reference range for GFR in healthy kidney donors from the Marathwada region of Maharashtra. The research also explores the clinical profiles and ultrasonographic features of living kidney donors. A retrospective analysis was conducted at the Mahatma Gandhi Mission (MGM) Medical College and Hospital in Aurangabad, involving 134 living kidney donors. Inclusion criteria encompassed healthy donors with a BMI of less than 30 kg/m², while donors with uncontrolled hypertension, diabetes, microalbuminuria, or a measured GFR below 70 mL/min/1.73 m² were excluded. Comprehensive medical histories, demographic parameters, and ultrasonographic assessments were conducted, with GFR measured using 99M technetium diethylenetriamine pentaacetate scans. The study reveals that the majority of donors were females (80.6%), and the highest number fell within the 41-50 age group. Parents constituted the primary donor category (68.7%), reflecting a familial inclination toward organ donation. Ultrasonographic assessments indicated larger kidney sizes compared to other studies, suggesting regional or population-specific differences. The mean GFR for the right and left kidneys, as well as the total GFR, was within the expected range. The negative correlation between age and GFR emphasizes the need to consider age in donor assessments. The findings emphasize the unique features of this population, including a higher average age, female preponderance, and larger kidney sizes. The study contributes to the understanding of living kidney donors' profiles in the region and highlights the importance of individualized assessments in the donor selection process.
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