
11/08/2025
Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has clarified the case of a female patient whose kidney transplant earlier this year was unsuccessful.
The patient, diagnosed with kidney failure in 2022, underwent surgery on February 12, 2025, with her brother as the donor. However, the transplanted kidney failed due to a blood clot, a rare but known complication in up to 8% of transplants. Doctors removed the kidney to protect her health.
KNH said the donor recovered and was discharged in March, while the patient resumed dialysis and continues follow-up care. The hospital reported 21 successful transplants out of 22 in the past year and reaffirmed its commitment to quality healthcare.