Living Related Transplantation: The Outcomes of Kidney Donation in Iran



Farahani ZB^{1, 2} ; Esmaeili M¹ ; Salsali M¹ ; Nayeri ND¹ Show Affiliations
Source: Acta Medica Mediterranea Published:2016

Abstract

Aim: The purpose of the present study was to investigate the donation outcomes among related kidney donors Methods: this study is a descriptive study and in order to analyze the data, conventional content analysis was used. The sample of this study consisted of 16 related donors (7 female and 9 male) from 4 kidney transplantation centers of hospitals affiliated to Tehran University of Medical Sciences. The instrument used in this study consisted of semi-structured interviews: face to face and on the phone. Results: After analyzing data, two main categories including individual and family outcomes were emerged. Individual outcomes: donating new life and spiritual opportunities for the donor. Family outcomes: deeper intimacy of families, gratitude and respect to the donor as well as strengthening family ties. According to the findings of donors' points of view in this study, the donation outcomes were described positive. Conclusion: Related kidney donation is an ideal option among other donation options. The findings of the present study indicated positive individual and family outcomes among related donors. Therefore, in order to improve the culture of related donation, it is suggested that to facilitate and support related donation, appropriate strategies should be presented by the officials and those involved in the transplantation team.