Spinal Fluid Leaks. The spinal cord and nerves are covered by a protective watertight sac of tissue (dura mater). During a spinal surgery, it is not uncommon for a rupture or tear to occur in this dura mater. If this happens, spinal fluid will begin to leak. If the tear is noticed during the surgery, it is repaired and usually heals uneventfully. If a tear occurs and is not noticed, the tear may heal on its own.
1 The cost benefit of kidney transplantation compared to dialysis over a period of ten years (the median transplant survival time) is Â£241,000 or Â£24,100 per year for each year that the patient has a functioning transplanted kidney.  In 2008-09, 2,497 people received a kidney transplant.
The success rate for a kidney transplant from a living donor is 90â95% after one year and the transplanted kidney lasts 15 to 20 years on average.For transplants from a deceased donor, the success rate is also high: 85â90% of these kidneys are working well after one year and will last on average from 10 to 15 years.he success rate for a kidney transplant from a living donor is 90â95% after one year and the transplanted kidney lasts 15 to 20 years on average.