Outcomes

Recovery

Donors usually stay in the hospital for four to seven days after surgery. Although recovery time varies, most donors can resume normal activity one month after surgery and can return to work within six weeks. It is important to talk to your doctor about what to expect.

You will also have multiple follow-up office visits and laboratory tests with your transplant team up to a year after the surgery. Unless unexpected complications occur, you can then schedule regular visits with your family doctor.

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