Diabetes is a frequent side effect after kidney transplantation. Diabetes mellitus following transplantation is linked to greater rates of morbidity and mortality, specifically cardiovascular disease and infection, which are the main causes of death for kidney transplant recipients. The epidemiology, risk factors, clinical implications, and screening and treatment recommendations are reviewed in this topic. Problems with kidney transplantation and kidney-pancreas combination transplantation in people with diabetes mellitus are covered elsewhere. This restricted synopsis of diagnosis, therapy, and/or pharmaceutical information is provided by the generalized information. It should be used as a tool to assist the user in understanding and/or evaluating potential diagnostic and treatment choices; it is not intended to be exhaustive. It does not contain all available information regarding diseases, ailments' remedies, drugs, and side effects.
Prof. (Dr.) Sham Sunder specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of chronic kidney disease (CKD), acute kidney injury, diabetic kidney disease, hypertension-related kidney disorders, glomerular diseases, kidney stones, electrolyte imbalances, and renal failure.
You should consult a nephrologist if you have persistent high blood pressure, diabetes with kidney complications, swelling in the legs or face, blood or protein in urine, abnormal kidney function tests, or symptoms of chronic kidney disease.
Yes. He offers comprehensive kidney transplant services, including pre-transplant evaluation, donor and recipient assessment, post-transplant care, and long-term follow-up to ensure successful outcomes.
Yes. Prof. (Dr.) Sham Sunder has extensive expertise in managing both Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis (CAPD), providing personalized treatment plans based on each patient's medical condition.
Yes. Uncontrolled high blood pressure is one of the leading causes of kidney disease. Early diagnosis, regular monitoring, and proper treatment can help protect kidney function and prevent complications.
He is an AIIMS-trained nephrologist with over 26 years of experience, international fellowship training, more than 40 research publications, and extensive expertise in dialysis and kidney transplantation. He has also served as Chairman and Head of leading nephrology departments in India.
Please bring your previous medical records, laboratory reports, imaging studies, current medications, blood pressure records, and any previous dialysis or transplant-related documents to help with an accurate evaluation.
You can book an appointment by calling the clinic, using the appointment form on the website, or contacting the hospital directly for consultation scheduling and availability.
