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Infant Kidneys Save 10-Year-Old in Miracle Transplant
20 Mar
Summary
- SAT Hospital performed a complex kidney transplant from an infant donor.
- A 10-year-old recipient received both kidneys, returning home post-recovery.
- The hospital offered this life-saving procedure free under government schemes.
In a groundbreaking medical achievement, SAT Hospital successfully conducted a complex kidney transplant using organs from the nation's youngest donor, 10-month-old Alin Sherin Abraham. The recipient, a 10-year-old girl named Shreya, was discharged on Thursday, March 20, 2026, after recovering from the life-saving procedure. Shreya had been undergoing hemodialysis due to kidney failure.
The infant donor, Alin, tragically passed away following a road accident. Both of her kidneys were transplanted into Shreya during a surgery that spanned over 12 hours. A multidisciplinary team, led by Dr. Haris Chirackal and Dr. Susan Uthup, performed the intricate operation.
This transplant presented unique challenges due to the infant donor's age. The hospital's success in this procedure, along with an earlier transplant in January 2026 on a child weighing just 16kg, highlights its growing expertise in pediatric kidney transplantation. Both procedures were provided free of charge through state government healthcare assistance schemes, underscoring the hospital's commitment to accessible, advanced medical care.
