Update on renal transplantation.
Renal transplantation has evolved as a preferred mode of long-term therapy for a substantial percentage of chronic renal failure patients. The author reviews recent progress in the field with an emphasis on patient counseling and with the conclusion that the outlook for these patients is bright.
New Rochelle Hospital Medical Center, NY 10802.
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