Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36606
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Kidney Transplant Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2019.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1999
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
The cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus found in people of all ages. People who have had a kidney transplant and are taking immunosuppressive medications are at risk. The pamphlet outlines the symptoms, how the virus is diagnosed, and how it is treated.
- Available Online
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2019
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([1] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cytomegalovirus
- Kidney Transplantation - adverse effects
- Immunosuppressive Agents - adverse effects
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Medications
- Abstract
- The cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a common virus found in people of all ages. People who have had a kidney transplant and are taking immunosuppressive medications are at risk. The pamphlet outlines the symptoms, how the virus is diagnosed, and how it is treated.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1999
Finding a living kidney donor
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37567
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2271
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
It can be hard to reach out to possible living donors. You may feel many emotions. This is normal. This pamphlet expalins the benefits of a kidney transplant from a living donor, how to find a living donor, who you should ask to be a donor, and what will happen when a person says they may be interested in being your living kidney donor. Contact information for Atlantic Canada Living Kidney Donation Programs is provided. Resources are included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- It can be hard to reach out to possible living donors. You may feel many emotions. This is normal. This pamphlet expalins the benefits of a kidney transplant from a living donor, how to find a living donor, who you should ask to be a donor, and what will happen when a person says they may be interested in being your living kidney donor. Contact information for Atlantic Canada Living Kidney Donation Programs is provided. Resources are included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: MOTP Living Kidney Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2271
The Highly Sensitized Patient Program (HSP) for kidney transplant patients
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams36746
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2132
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
A highly sensitized patient has a high amount of antibodies. This makes them more likely to reject an organ after transplant. This pamphlet explains how to know if you are highly sensitized, and how the Highly Sensitized Patient Program works.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (6 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- A highly sensitized patient has a high amount of antibodies. This makes them more likely to reject an organ after transplant. This pamphlet explains how to know if you are highly sensitized, and how the Highly Sensitized Patient Program works.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2132
High phosphorus foods to eat after your kidney transplant
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37613
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Post-Kidney Transplant Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2303
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Phosphorus is a mineral found in your body. When your kidneys are working well, they keep your phosphorus at a healthy level. Sometimes after a kidney transplant your phosphorus level can be low. A good way to increase your phosphorus level is by eating foods high in phosphorus. This pamphlet lists foods that are high in phosphorus.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Post-Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney Transplantation - adverse effects
- Phosphorus, Dietary
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Phosphorus
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Food and Nutrition
- Abstract
- Phosphorus is a mineral found in your body. When your kidneys are working well, they keep your phosphorus at a healthy level. Sometimes after a kidney transplant your phosphorus level can be low. A good way to increase your phosphorus level is by eating foods high in phosphorus. This pamphlet lists foods that are high in phosphorus.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Post-Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 2303
Living kidney donation
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38173
Nova Scotia Health Authority. MOTP Living Kidney Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2333
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
There are never enough kidneys donated to do transplants for all the people who need them. Some people wait years for the right kidney to be donated. If you are interested in becoming a living kidney donor, this pamphlet will answer some common questions. Topics include: the benefits of a kidney transplant from a living donor, who can donate, deciding to donate, and how to get started if you want to donate a kidney. Information about the donation process, including evaluation, surgery, recovery…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. MOTP Living Kidney Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (10 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Organ transplantation
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Donation of organs, tissues, etc.
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- There are never enough kidneys donated to do transplants for all the people who need them. Some people wait years for the right kidney to be donated. If you are interested in becoming a living kidney donor, this pamphlet will answer some common questions. Topics include: the benefits of a kidney transplant from a living donor, who can donate, deciding to donate, and how to get started if you want to donate a kidney. Information about the donation process, including evaluation, surgery, recovery, follow-up, and life after the donation, is included. Contact information for Atlantic Canada Living Kidney Donation Programs, as well as a list of resources, is given.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: MOTP Living Kidney Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2333
Polyoma virus and BK virus
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35425
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Kidney Transplant Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1510
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
BK virus is a part of the polyoma virus family. About 80% of people carry the virus. People usually get this virus as children. It can stay inactive in your body without causing harm for many years. It can become active if you are immunocompromised (your immune system is weak). People who have had a kidney transplant and are taking immunosuppressive medications (medications that suppress [lower] your immune system) are at risk of infection from the virus. This pamphlet explains the symptoms of …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Polyomavirus
- BK Virus
- Kidney Transplantation - adverse effects
- Immunosuppressive Agents - adverse effects
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Polyomaviruses
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Immunosuppressive agents
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Medications
- Abstract
- BK virus is a part of the polyoma virus family. About 80% of people carry the virus. People usually get this virus as children. It can stay inactive in your body without causing harm for many years. It can become active if you are immunocompromised (your immune system is weak). People who have had a kidney transplant and are taking immunosuppressive medications (medications that suppress [lower] your immune system) are at risk of infection from the virus. This pamphlet explains the symptoms of BK virus, how BK virus is diagnosed, and how it is treated.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Pamphlet Number
- 1510
Taking your medications when you are sick after a kidney transplant
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35858
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Kidney Transplant Clinic.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2023.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1805
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
This pamphlet lists medications you should not take if you get very sick with diarrhea (loose, watery poop), or you are vomiting (throwing up). These medications keep your blood pressure down, and protect your kidneys and heart. They can also harm you if you do not have enough fluids in your body. Diarrhea and vomiting can make you dehydrated (not have enough fluids in your body). Information about what to do if you have not taken your medication(s) for more than 1 day (24 hours) and/or cannot …
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII. Kidney Transplant Clinic
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2023
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([4] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney transplantation
- Medications
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Drugs
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Medications
- Abstract
- This pamphlet lists medications you should not take if you get very sick with diarrhea (loose, watery poop), or you are vomiting (throwing up). These medications keep your blood pressure down, and protect your kidneys and heart. They can also harm you if you do not have enough fluids in your body. Diarrhea and vomiting can make you dehydrated (not have enough fluids in your body). Information about what to do if you have not taken your medication(s) for more than 1 day (24 hours) and/or cannot keep fluids down without vomiting is included.
- Notes
- Previous title: Taking your medications when you are ill after a kidney transplant : a guide for patients with a kidney transplant
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Kidney Transplant Clinic, QEII
- Pamphlet Number
- 1805
Votre greffe de rein
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38227
Nova Scotia Health. Multi-Organ Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1127
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
La greffe de rein est un traitement pour l’insuffisance rénale. L’insuffisance rénale est également connue sous le nom de maladie rénale chronique (MRC) et néphropathie chronique. Un rein en bonne santé provenant d’une personne (le donneur) est transplanté (greffé) chez une autre personne (le receveur). Le traitement est généralement très efficace. Ce guide explique ce à quoi vous attendre lors d'une greffe de rein. Les sujets abordés comprennent l'inscription sur la liste d'attente pour une gr…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Alternate Title
- [Your kidney transplant]
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (68 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- La greffe de rein est un traitement pour l’insuffisance rénale. L’insuffisance rénale est également connue sous le nom de maladie rénale chronique (MRC) et néphropathie chronique. Un rein en bonne santé provenant d’une personne (le donneur) est transplanté (greffé) chez une autre personne (le receveur). Le traitement est généralement très efficace. Ce guide explique ce à quoi vous attendre lors d'une greffe de rein. Les sujets abordés comprennent l'inscription sur la liste d'attente pour une greffe de rein, quoi faire dans l'attente de la greffe, à quoi vous attendre lorsqu'on vous appelle pour une greffe de rein, votre hospitalisation et votre rétablissement. Vous y trouverez aussi des renseignements sur la façon de rester en bonne santé à la maison, ainsi qu'une liste de ressources pour obtenir plus d'information.
- This pamphlet is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0196, "Your Kidney Transplant". Having a kidney transplant is a treatment for kidney failure. Kidney failure is also known as Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). A healthy kidney from one person (the donor) is placed (transplanted) into another person (the recipient). Treatment is usually very successful. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you have a kidney transplant. Topics include getting on the kidney transplant wait list, what to do while you wait for a kidney transplant, what to expect when you get called for a kidney, your hospital stay, and recovery. Information about staying healthy at home and a list of resources for more information is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 1127
Writing to your anonymous kidney transplant recipient
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37568
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2273
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
The decision to write your anonymous (unknown) kidney transplant recipient is a personal choice. The decision is yours. You do not have to write to them if you do not want to. If you would like to write to your transplant recipient, this pamphlet will give information to guide you. The pamphlet explains when you should write, what you should say, where to send your card or letter, and if you will hear back from your transplant recipient. Information about Direct Contact is included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- The decision to write your anonymous (unknown) kidney transplant recipient is a personal choice. The decision is yours. You do not have to write to them if you do not want to. If you would like to write to your transplant recipient, this pamphlet will give information to guide you. The pamphlet explains when you should write, what you should say, where to send your card or letter, and if you will hear back from your transplant recipient. Information about Direct Contact is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: MOTP Living Kidney Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2273
Writing to your anonymous living kidney donor
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams37566
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2272
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
The decision to write your anonymous (unknown) living kidney donor to thank them for their donation is a personal choice. The decision is yours. You do not have to write to them if you do not want to. If you would like to write to your donor, this pamphlet will give information to guide you. The pamphlet explains when you should write, what you should say, where to send your card or letter, and if you will hear back from your kidney donor. Information about Direct Contact is included.
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Multi-Organ Transplant Program. Living Kidney Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- The decision to write your anonymous (unknown) living kidney donor to thank them for their donation is a personal choice. The decision is yours. You do not have to write to them if you do not want to. If you would like to write to your donor, this pamphlet will give information to guide you. The pamphlet explains when you should write, what you should say, where to send your card or letter, and if you will hear back from your kidney donor. Information about Direct Contact is included.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: MOTP Living Kidney Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 2272
Your kidney transplant
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34288
Nova Scotia Health. Multi-Organ Transplant Program.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0196
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
Having a kidney transplant is a treatment for kidney failure. Kidney failure is also known as Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). A healthy kidney from one person (the donor) is placed (transplanted) into another person (the recipient). Treatment is usually very successful. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you have a kidney transplant. Topics include getting on the kidney transplant wait list, what to do while you wait for a kidney transplant, what to expect when you get called for a kidney…
- Available Online
- View Pamphlet
- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health. Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (68 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Kidney transplantation
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Kidneys--Transplantation
- Specialty
- Nephrology
- Abstract
- Having a kidney transplant is a treatment for kidney failure. Kidney failure is also known as Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). A healthy kidney from one person (the donor) is placed (transplanted) into another person (the recipient). Treatment is usually very successful. This pamphlet explains what to expect when you have a kidney transplant. Topics include getting on the kidney transplant wait list, what to do while you wait for a kidney transplant, what to expect when you get called for a kidney, your hospital stay, and recovery. Information about staying healthy at home and a list of resources for more information is included. The French version of this pamphlet 1127, "Votre greffe de rein," is also available.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Multi-Organ Transplant Program
- Pamphlet Number
- 0196
