Health & Fitness

Kidney Transplant Saves Minnesota Teen Exactly 17 Years After His First Transplant

Gavin Dahms was born with underdeveloped kidneys. "He had just enough kidney function to survive to birth," said Jessica Dahms, Gavin's mom.

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January 11, 2023

A selfless act from a stranger saved a Minnesota teenager's life, and it came at the perfect time.

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Gavin Dahms was born with underdeveloped kidneys.

"He had just enough kidney function to survive to birth," said Jessica Dahms, Gavin's mom.

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