title: [Travel and renal insufficiency].
abstract: Traveling can be dangerous for subjects with kidney insufficiency. Water loss or septic episodes can further increase renal dysfunction. Poor diet can lead to hyperkaliemia. Immunosuppression not only enhances the risk of infection but also complicates administration of live vaccines. Some antimalarial drugs are contraindicated (e.g. mefloquine) and others must be used with precaution. Prior to departure persons requiring hemodialysis should book sessions at centers listed in specialized guidebooks. In addition to infection, risks for hemodialysis patients include thrombosis of the arteriovenous fistula in case of dehydration or hypotension. In subjects with transplanted kidney, the risk of rejection can be enhanced either by poor compliance with immunodepressor treatment or by vaccination-induced antigenic stimulation. Pre-travel evaluation is necessary to determine metabolic, nutritional, and immune status. Subjects with kidney insufficiency and transplanted kidneys should be informed of the dangers and appropriate action in case of trouble.
authors.affiliation: Service de Néphrologie, Hôpital Sainte Marguerite, Marseille, France.
authors.forename: O
authors.initials: O
authors.lastname: Lavelle
authors.forename: Y
authors.initials: Y
authors.lastname: Berland
mesh_terms: D000890:Anti-Infective Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000075202:Contraindications; D004347:Drug Interactions; D006801:Humans; D007166:Immunosuppressive Agents / Q000009:adverse effects; D007676:Kidney Failure, Chronic / Q000150:complications / Q000517:prevention & control*; D016030:Kidney Transplantation; D006435:Renal Dialysis; D014195:Travel; D014330:Tropical Medicine
chemical_list: D000890:Anti-Infective Agents; D007166:Immunosuppressive Agents
vernacular_title: Le voyage de l'insuffisant rénal.