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March 12, 2026
WORLD KIDNEY DAY CELEBRATED IN SREMSKA MITROVICA: "Transplantation is our only salvation, but without good dialysis, there is no transplantation either"
SREMSKA MITROVICA – Organized by the Association of Kidney Invalid Patients of Sremska Mitrovica, World Kidney Day was marked in this city, and according to the organizers, Sremska Mitrovica is the only city in Serbia where this date was marked in an organized manner this year.
TL;DR
- Sremska Mitrovica was the only city in Serbia to organize World Kidney Day.
- The event aimed to raise public awareness about kidney diseases and the challenges faced by patients on dialysis or awaiting transplantation.
- The Association of Kidney Invalid Patients of Sremska Mitrovica, founded in 2011, expanded its work from patient education to addressing issues of transplantation, treatment, medical aids, and socialization.
- Organizers stressed that individuals with kidney diseases should not be isolated and society must ensure their integration.
- Organ donation and transplantation were highlighted as the only chance for a better quality of life for many patients, with dialysis being crucial for transplant preparation.
- The dedication of the hemodialysis department at the General Hospital in Sremska Mitrovica was acknowledged, with staff working around the clock.
- A significant challenge identified is the lengthy educational path for nephrologists, requiring up to seven years of training.
- The program included expert lectures on the benefits of taurolidine preparations in hemodialysis and the importance of patient socialization.
- Activities like bowling and table tennis were organized for patients, emphasizing that social interaction and support are as vital as therapy.
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