[Results and specific problems in unrestricted indications for kidney transplantation in children].
In Hamburg 22 children had 33 renal transplantations in the time from 1976 till 1982. 58% of all children in this area with end-stage renal disease have now a functioning graft compared to only 11% of the adult patients. This is the result of preferred transplantation in children whenever possible. Retransplantation was more frequent in children (32%) than in adults (19%). 5 years function rate of renal allografts is significantly worse in children than in adults. Growth and degree of rehabilitation are described in 12 pediatric renal allograft recipients who survived with a functioning graft for at least 3 years. Good rehabilitation as indicated by attendance of school and employment was reached in 83% of these patients. Different growth patterns occurred. Clinical factors associated with growth performance include graft function and age at the time of transplantation.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006128:Growth; D006801:Humans; D016030:Kidney Transplantation; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012046:Rehabilitation; D012086:Reoperation
Ergebnisse und spezifische Probleme bei unbegrenzter Indikation zur Nierentransplantation im Kindesalter.