Renal transplantation--demystifying the process.
Successful renal transplantation is the treatment of choice for most end stage renal disease (ESRD) patients, improving quality of life and increasing survival as compared with long-term dialysis treatment. The purpose of this article is to explain the process of transplantation by discussing the assessment of potential recipients, surgical techniques, post-operative course, potential complications and benefits. A brief overview of immunosuppression will also be discussed.
Cross
Jennifer
J
Renal Transplant Program, London Health Sciences Centre, London, Ontario. jennifer.cross@lhsc.on.ca
D006084:Graft Rejection / Q000517:prevention & control; D006650:Histocompatibility Testing; D006801:Humans; D006973:Hypertension / Q000150:complications; D007166:Immunosuppressive Agents / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D007676:Kidney Failure, Chronic / Q000209:etiology / Q000523:psychology / Q000601:surgery*; D016030:Kidney Transplantation / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000276:immunology / Q000379:methods*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D018579:Patient Selection; D019990:Perioperative Care; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014850:Waiting Lists
D007166:Immunosuppressive Agents