title: Biopsy of the transplanted kidney.
abstract: This article describes the current state-of-the-art technique of percutaneous transplant renal biopsy. A brief overview of the history of transplant renal biopsy is given. The indications and contraindications are discussed, including pre- and postprocedure patient management. The technique of the procedure and the devices that are available in the market are described.
authors.affiliation: Assistant Professor of Radiology, Indiana University School of Medicine, University Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana.
authors.forename: Iftikhar
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Ahmad