Two patients, who needed renal transplants after almost four years on dialysis, have found hope in two swap transplants in Bengaluru this month. The transplants took place between two families, who could not donate the organ to their family member because of blood group mismatch.
Pradeep Kumar (48), a graphic designer, wanted to donate his kidney to his wife Roopashree (38), but could not do so due to blood group mismatch. Another patient, Raja (44), an electrician, was going through a similar situation. His wife Ashwini, who wanted to donate her kidney to save her husband’s life, could not do so also due to an incompatible blood group.
But help came to both families through the swap transplants. While Mr. Kumar donated his kidney to Mr. Raja, Ms. Ashwini donated to Ms. Roopashree. The transplants were done on March 10 at Manipal Hospitals (Hebbal) in the city.
