{"id":67939,"date":"2024-03-16T14:29:24","date_gmt":"2024-03-16T14:29:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/world-kidney-day-rwanda-highlights-equitable-access-to-kidney-healthcare"},"modified":"2024-03-16T14:41:38","modified_gmt":"2024-03-16T14:41:38","slug":"world-kidney-day-rwanda-highlights-equitable-access-to-kidney-healthcare","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/world-kidney-day-rwanda-highlights-equitable-access-to-kidney-healthcare","title":{"rendered":"World Kidney Day: Rwanda highlights equitable access to kidney healthcare"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>On the second Thursday of March each year, the global community comes together to observe World Kidney Day\u2014a day dedicated to raising awareness about kidney health and its significance for overall well-being.<\/p>\n

This year, falling on March 14, the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) took part in the international effort by organising a conference on Friday, March 15.<\/p>\n

The conference, themed \u201cKidney Health for All \u2013 Advancing Equitable Access to Care and Optimal Medication Practice\u201d, brought together diverse participants, including medical practitioners, academic staff, medical students, kidney patients, and donors.<\/p>\n

Dr Joseph Ntarindwa, a nephrologist and speaker at the conference, highlighted the first milestone of kidney transplantation in Rwanda, initiated in 2023.<\/p>\n

Delving into the intricacies of transplant immunology and clinical application, he emphasised the key factors for successful transplants. \u201cThe ideal donors are typically immediate family members\u2014parents or children\u2014or individuals with compatible blood group types, especially blood group type O,\u201d Ntarindwa explained.<\/p>\n

\u201cMinimising mismatches between donor and recipient requirements significantly enhances the likelihood of a successful transplant,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

Lt Col Dr Afrika Gasana, a urologist and keynote speaker at the conference, shed light on the collaborative nature of kidney transplantation, involving various healthcare professionals.<\/p>\n

He emphasised the vital roles pharmacists play in ensuring easy access to medications and addressing the ethical aspects of organ donation. He also underscored the importance of voluntary donation without any financial coercion.<\/p>\n

He stressed that organ donors must act out of altruism, with no undue financial influence. Furthermore, any relationships between donors and recipients must undergo scrutiny and approval by the National Drug Authority (NDA).<\/p>\n

\u201cA kidney donor must give their organ willingly, without any financial inducement,\u201d Gasana emphasised. \u201cThe Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) plays a crucial role in ensuring that no large financial transactions occur between the donor and the recipient.\u201d<\/p>\n

One of the highlights of the conference was the testimony of Noella Karangwa, who donated her kidney to her father out of love and concern for his well-being.<\/p>\n

\u201cAt first, many expressed doubts about my decision to donate my kidney, citing concerns about the success rate of such procedures in Rwanda,\u201d she recounted. \u201cHowever, I am now in good health and thriving,\u201d she added, emphasising the positive outcome of her donation.<\/p>\n

Martini Karangwa, a kidney transplant recipient, shared his journey to recovery, highlighting the impact of the procedure. \u201cThanks to the kidney transplant, I have regained my health and I\u2019m able to resume my daily activities,\u201d he shared. \u201cSome even say I\u2019ve been given a second chance at life,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

The transplant panel, led by surgeon Dr Darlene Nyenyeri, underscored the impact of kidney transplants on patients\u2019 quality of life. \u201cDespite the joy surrounding the successful procedures, the financial strain on kidney patients remains a pressing concern,\u201d remarked Nyenyeri.<\/p>\n

\u201cPatients are required to cover the costs of each session, ranging from Rwf75,000 to Rwf90,000, three times a week,\u201d she explained.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile this represents a notable decrease from the previous expenses, which often necessitated travel to India at a minimum cost of $15,000 (approximately Rwf19.2 million), it still places a significant burden on patients and their families,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Dr Pacifique Hagenimana, a physician at Partner Health Centre, highlighted the severity of kidney diseases, particularly among the elderly, during an interview with The New Times.<\/p>\n

\u201cKidney diseases are known to be one of the leading causes of mortality in the elderly population compared to younger individuals,\u201d he noted, stressing the challenges associated with treatment. Hagenimana proceeded to distinguish between the two types of chronic kidney disease.<\/p>\n

\u201cAcute kidney injury often occurs in hospitalised patients with underlying conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes, especially in older adults,\u201d he explained. \u201cFortunately, this type of injury can often be resolved within three months, depending on the rate of kidney recovery.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIn more severe cases, dialysis may be necessary to temporarily replace kidney function until the kidneys regain their functionality, or transplantation may be considered,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

World Kidney Day serves as a global initiative to enhance access to kidney treatment for all individuals. It seeks to promote early detection of kidney diseases and raise awareness about kidneys’ critical role in maintaining overall health.<\/p>\n

By reducing the prevalence and impact of kidney diseases worldwide, this observance aims to improve public health outcomes and enhance the quality of life for individuals affected by kidney-related ailments.<\/p>\n

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