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Kidney Transplant Success Rate
What transplant success looks like and the factors that affect outcomes.
Last updated: 24/9/2026
Kidney transplant is highly successful. Living-donor transplants have excellent long-term outcomes, with many kidneys working for decades.
What affects success
- ✓Donor type (living vs deceased)
- ✓Tissue matching
- ✓Recipient age and health
- ✓Consistent use of medicines
The biggest factor
Reliable daily medication is the single most important factor for long-term survival.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a transplanted kidney last?
Many last 15–20 years or more, and some for a lifetime, especially from living donors.
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