Post donation Anesthesia

[PastorJeff]

I may need a procedure done under anesthesia.  What are the risks to my one kidney?  Any advice?   

[elephant]

Dear Pastor Jeff,

I've sure never heard of any.  But of course you will disclose it before the procedure.  I've had several colonoscopies and no problems.  Have a beautiful sleep and uneventful recovery!

Love, elephant

[chanachaitoy]

Despite this, I did have some knowledge here. Adgiea enough to post on that knowledge feels more immediate.

[sherri]

For colonoscopy just ask the GI about using a prep that is kidney friendly.

[jennybebopper]

Have a conversation with your doctor about it ahead of time to give you peace of mind.  It is the anesthesiologist's responsibility to get a good history going into your procedure so they should take any appropriate precautions with choice of medications.