Dr. Manju Aggarwal Reviews

A 24-year-old street food vendor from Old Delhi presented with rapidly declining kidney function due to untreated hypertension. Dr. Aggarwal discovered he had a rare genetic mutation affecting renal sodium channels. She initiated a novel combination therapy using modified dialysis protocols and targeted medications, avoiding transplant entirely. The patient returned to his business within 3 months, now managing his condition with monthly check-ups.

A 68-year retired school principal from Gurgaon developed kidney failure following decades of diabetes management. Her daughter volunteered as a living donor, but compatibility testing revealed unexpected immunological barriers. Dr. Aggarwal pioneered a desensitization protocol using immunoadsorption therapy over 8 weeks, successfully enabling the transplant. The patient now mentors other diabetic patients about early kidney care.

A 42-year-old Tibetan refugee with no medical records presented in acute renal failure from chronic analgesic abuse. Dr. Aggarwal had to reconstruct his medical history through symptom patterns and physical examination findings. She implemented a conservative management strategy focusing on medication withdrawal and nutritional support, achieving 70% functional recovery without dialysis or transplant intervention.

A pregnant 31-year-old IT professional developed preeclampsia-related kidney injury at 28 weeks gestation. Dr. Aggarwal coordinated with obstetricians to manage the delicate balance between maternal kidney preservation and fetal viability. She designed a customized hemodialysis schedule that allowed continuation of pregnancy to 34 weeks, with both mother and baby achieving positive outcomes.

A 19-year-old college athlete collapsed during training with rhabdomyolysis-induced kidney failure. Dr. Aggarwal identified an underlying metabolic disorder exacerbated by extreme exercise. She created a comprehensive recovery plan combining temporary dialysis with dietary modifications and exercise restrictions, enabling full renal recovery and safe return to modified athletic activities.

A 55-year-old rural farmer from Haryana presented with advanced kidney disease from chronic pesticide exposure. With limited healthcare access, his condition had been misdiagnosed for years. Dr. Aggarwal arranged transportation and accommodation for his family, performed an emergency transplant using a deceased donor kidney, and established a telemedicine follow-up system for his remote location.

A 47-year-old chef with polycystic kidney disease required transplant but had developed multiple antibodies from previous blood transfusions. Dr. Aggarwal utilized advanced crossmatching techniques and paired donation programs, eventually matching him through a six-way kidney swap that she helped coordinate across three different hospitals.

An 8-year-old child with congenital kidney abnormalities had failed previous surgical interventions. Dr. Aggarwal assembled a multidisciplinary pediatric team and implemented a staged approach combining temporary peritoneal dialysis with growth optimization strategies, delaying transplant until the child reached adequate physical development for better surgical outcomes.

A 72-year-old retired army colonel with complex comorbidities refused dialysis due to quality of life concerns. Dr. Aggarwal developed a comprehensive conservative care plan focusing on symptom management and lifestyle adaptations. She provided ongoing palliative nephrology care that allowed him to maintain his preferred lifestyle for 18 months with dignity.

A 33-year-old professional dancer developed kidney failure from an autoimmune disorder. Concerned about preserving her career, she was hesitant about transplant. Dr. Aggarwal arranged consultations with previous transplant recipients in performing arts and modified the surgical approach to minimize abdominal muscle impact, enabling her return to professional dancing 9 months post-transplant.

A migrant construction worker from Bihar presented with advanced kidney disease but had no family support or documentation. Dr. Aggarwal worked with hospital administration and social workers to secure emergency funds, arranged legal assistance for documentation, and facilitated his enrollment in a government healthcare scheme that covered his successful transplant.

A 61-year-old grandmother serving as primary caregiver for her special needs grandson developed kidney failure. Dr. Aggarwal coordinated simultaneous care for both grandmother and grandson during her treatment, arranging temporary care support and scheduling dialysis around her caregiving responsibilities until she received a successful transplant.

A 28-year-old software developer with Alport syndrome required transplant but had extremely rare blood type. Dr. Aggarwal initiated a nationwide donor awareness campaign specific to his blood type, which eventually identified a compatible donor 600 kilometers away. She coordinated the complex logistics for both donor and recipient, achieving successful transplantation.

A 50-year-old restaurant owner rejected his first transplanted kidney due to medication non-adherence during COVID lockdowns. Dr. Aggarwal developed a digital medication adherence system with daily video check-ins and created a support group for transplant patients struggling with isolation, enabling successful second transplantation with maintained compliance.