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What are the long-term consequences of living with only one kidney?

April 26, 2017consequences kidney Living long-term

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What are the long-term consequences of living with only one kidney?

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Donating a kidney does not increase the risk of future health problems or decrease life expectancy. It is important for each living donor to be aware that if something happens to the one remaining kidney such as a severe traumatic injury or cancer, the kidney function could be affected.