US EditionDad Gives Son a Second Chance at Life by Donating Kidney
- Kieran Innes, a 27-year-old from Livingston, received a kidney donated by his 63-year-old father Brian in a lifesaving transplant at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.
- In 2022, Kieran received a diagnosis of advanced kidney failure after experiencing serious symptoms that required emergency treatment and dialysis, leading to a donor search involving his family and friends.
- Brian, living in Prestonpans, was a compatible 50% tissue match and chose to donate despite surgical risks, motivated by the desire to save his son's life and relieve his future on dialysis.
- Kieran shared that his transplant has transformed his life for the better and he is doing exceptionally well, while surgeon John Terrace described the case as an inspiring example of family support and hope.
- After recovery, Kieran regained strength, returned to work as a chef, plans a wedding with his fiancée Lara on 5 July 2025, and encourages others not to lose hope in similar situations.
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Angie Brown BBC Scotland, Edinburgh and East reporter Kieran Innes Brian and his son Kieran say they now have a strong bond following the transplant Kieran Innes was just 25 when he was diagnosed with kidney failure and told he would need dialysis three times a week. He was devastated and worried that he would […] The post Dad gave me a kidney so I can have my dream wedding first appeared on News Health.
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