Successful treatment for graft-versus-host disease after pancreas transplantation.

abstract：:Based on native CT scans of the pelvic region using a standardized calcification score, evaluation of iliac vascular calcification was performed between 2008 and 2012 prior to listing for renal transplantation in 205 patients with chronic kidney disease. Vascular calcification showed a decrease from proximal to distal...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Kahn J,Ram LM,Eberhard K,Groselj-Strele A,Obermayer-Pietsch B,Müller H

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We examined the UNOS database from 7/15/00-7/17/05 for Regional deceased donor liver utilization. For each region, we performed logistic regression and derived odds ratios (OR) for donor characteristics associated with livers being transplanted outside of the region or not transplanted at all. Regions with smallest an...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Hayashi PH,Axelrod DA,Galanko J,Salvalaggio PR,Schnitzler M

更新日期：2011-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The therapeutic drug monitoring of mycophenolic acid (MPA) has been investigated for renal and heart transplantations; however, its usefulness in lung transplantation is unclear. METHODS:The MPA area under the plasma concentration-time curve (AUC) was calculated in 59 adult lung transplant recipients. The M...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Yabuki H,Matsuda Y,Watanabe T,Eba S,Hoshi F,Hirama T,Oishi H,Sado T,Noda M,Sakurada A,Kikuchi M,Yamaguchi H,Mano N,Okada Y

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The aim of this paper was to review the outcomes of cardiac transplantation with regards to short- and long-term survival, focusing particularly on patients who receive organs with long ischemic times and the resource utilization necessary to support such patients through their postoperative period. METHO...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Marasco SF,Esmore DS,Richardson M,Bailey M,Negri J,Rowland M,Kaye D,Bergin PJ

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of itraconazole as a first choice drug in the treatment of pulmonary aspergillosis in heart transplant recipients. Heart transplant recipients suffering from invasive pulmonary aspergillosis were included in this study. Group 1 included 4 patients treated with i....

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Nanas JN,Saroglou G,Anastasiou-Nana MI,Kostis EB,Petrochilou-Paschou VP,Kontoyannis DA,Stamatelopoulos SF,Moulopoulos SD

更新日期：1998-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:A "new" fast track kidney allocation scheme (FTKAS) was implemented in the UK in 2012 for offering of previously declined kidneys. We evaluated the impact of the FTKAS in utilization of declined kidneys and outcome. METHODS:Adult renal transplant centers were surveyed. Overall utilization was evaluated us...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： White AD,Roberts H,Ecuyer C,Brady K,Pathak S,Clark B,Hostert LH,Attia MS,Wellberry-Smith M,Hudson A,Ahmad N

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this review was to evaluate the case reports with lymphoproliferative disorders exclusively localized in the allograft transplanted kidney. We also report a rare case of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma originated from the lymphocytes of the recipient with exclusive localization in the kidney allograft. We...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Cobo F,García C,Talavera P,Ruiz-Cabello F,Bravo J,Concha A

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Renal transplantation is an excellent therapeutic alternative for end-stage renal diseases. Nevertheless, the cardiac function is often impaired in renal-transplant patients (RTR) and importantly determines their prognosis. Adrenomedullin (ADM), a peptide involved in cardiovascular homeostasis, is believed t...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Geny B,Ellero B,Chakfé N,Kretz JG,Brandenberger G,Piquard F

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Human parvovirus B19 (B19) infection has been known to cause chronic anemia, pure red cell aplasia (PRCA), glomerulopathy, and allograft dysfunction in kidney transplant (KT) recipients. The aim of this study was to evaluate the incidence and clinical significance of B19 infection in KT recipients. A total of 537 seru...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Ki CS,Kim IS,Kim JW,Lee NY,Kim SH,Lee KW,Kim SJ,Joh JW,Huh WS,Oh HY

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The majority of kidney transplant recipients die from cardiovascular events. Physical activity may be a modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease following transplant. The goal of our study was to examine adherence to a physical activity intervention following kidney transplant and its impact on metabolic para...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Lorenz EC,Amer H,Dean PG,Stegall MD,Cosio FG,Cheville AL

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Stroke incidence is high in end-stage renal disease, and risk factors differ between the dialysis and general populations. However, risk factors and outcomes following renal transplantation remain unclear. We analyzed all adult patients with a functioning renal transplant from 01/01/2007 to 12/31/2012. Data were extra...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Findlay MD,Thomson PC,MacIsaac R,Jardine AG,Patel RK,Stevens KK,Rutherford E,Clancy M,Geddes CC,Dawson J,Mark PB

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although patients within a transplant program are awaiting or have received disease modifying or curative treatment, they are also facing advanced illness and the possibility of death. The involvement of specialized palliative care services for these patients may improve symptom management and facilitate advance care ...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Wentlandt K,Dall'Osto A,Freeman N,Le LW,Kaya E,Ross H,Singer LG,Abbey S,Clarke H,Zimmermann C

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic allograft nephropathy (CAN) is a major problem after renal transplantation and chronic inflammation can be one of its promoters. C-reactive protein (CRP) is an important marker of inflammation and atherosclerosis. We retrospectively analyzed the predictive role of serum CRP levels on the development of CAN and...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Sezer S,Akcay A,Ozdemir FN,Kulah E,Arat Z,Haberal M

更新日期：2004-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The clinical consequences of type 1 diabetes mellitus (IDDM) include diabetic triopathy: retinopathy, nephropathy, and neuropathy, as well as microangiopathy, accelerated atherosclerotic disease, and hypercoagulability. The etiology of the hypercoagulability is multifactorial, involving various clotting fact...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Burke GW 3rd,Ciancio G,Figueiro J,Buigas R,Olson L,Roth D,Kupin W,Miller J

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although steroid avoidance and withdrawal in renal transplant recipients (RTR) are actively being evaluated by physicians, the attitudes of recipients toward steroid use have not been systematically studied in the modern era. We conducted a confidential written survey of single-organ adult RTR pertaining to prednisone...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Prasad GV,Nash MM,McFarlane PA,Zaltzman JS

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The potential influence of racially or ethnically diverse cultural perspectives on patient compliance with post-transplant treatments is discussed. Domains of competency regarding culturally sensitive clinical practice are outlined to assist providers in better understanding the perspectives that may influence the vie...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Prieto LR,Miller DS,Gayowski T,Marino IR

更新日期：1997-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:As fertility can be restored to normal soon after a kidney transplant, it is important for physicians caring for recipients to be able to inform the patient about the potential risks of pregnancy. Current opinion is that pregnancy can be successful if carried out under optimal circumstances, including stable allograft...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Concepcion BP,Schaefer HM

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients on organ transplant waiting lists continue to far exceed donor rates. We seek to understand the barriers preventing people in a Canadian city from donating organs for transplantation. METHODS:One thousand adults were surveyed assessing knowledge, personal involvement, and attitudes about organ dona...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Lee E,Midodizi W,Gourishankar S

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In German legislation and in Eurotransplant's practice of liver allocation, urgency of need is considered as the primary distribution criterion. However, at a certain stage, the "sickest-first" principle is regarded as counterproductive as the performance status of these patients receiving an organ is on average criti...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Bobbert M,Ganten TM

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With the aim to improve the inferior outcomes in elderly recipients of kidneys from elderly cadaver donors, we applied and investigated a therapeutic regimen consisting of calcineurin inhibitor (CNI)-free, mycophenolate mofetil (MMF)-based immunosuppressive (i.s.) induction/maintenance protocol. In this arti...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Arbogast H,Hückelheim H,Schneeberger H,Illner WD,Tarabichi A,Fertmann J,Wimmer CD,Hillebrand GF,Mistry-Burchardi N,Thomae R,Acikgöz A,Land W

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Clearance of hepatitis C virus (HCV) under antiviral therapy, including direct-acting antivirals (DAAs), has been associated with higher risk of rejection. Whether patients who are not on immunosuppression (IS) during DAA therapy are at higher risk of rejection is unknown. METHODS:Four transplant recipients...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Campos-Varela I,Agudelo EZ,Terrault NA

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Abnormal mineral metabolism is not uncommon after renal transplant (TXP). In dialysis patients, elevated serum phosphorous (P), calcium (Ca), CaP product, and parathyroid hormone (PTH) are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The effect of these abnormalities on recipient and graft survival aft...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Egbuna OI,Taylor JG,Bushinsky DA,Zand MS

更新日期：2007-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To examine the efficacy and safety of enteric-coated mycophenolate sodium (EC-MPS, myfortic) in renal transplant patients with diabetes mellitus, six- and 12-month data from three clinical trials with EC-MPS (Studies B301, B302, and myPROMS) were analyzed post hoc. Studies B301 (de novo patients) and B302 (maintenance...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Pietruck F,Budde K,Salvadori M,Sollinger H,Bourbigot B,Gentil MA,Oppenheimer F

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In adult living-donor liver transplantation (LDLT), the assessment of the graft functional reserve is very important. We evaluated the graft functional reserve by technetium-99m-diethylenetriaminepenta-acetic acid-galactosyl-human serum albumin ((99m)Tc-GSA) liver scintigraphy. PATIENTS AND METHOD:From May ...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Iida T,Isaji S,Yagi S,Hori T,Taniguchi K,Ohsawa I,Mizuno S,Usui M,Sakurai H,Yamagiwa K,Yamakado K,Uemoto S

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Uncontrolled donation after cardiac death (uDCD) remains an underutilized source of kidney allografts in the United States. The objective of this study was to estimate the impact of the implementation of a uDCD program on transplantation rates and long-term survival for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) ...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Choudhury RA,Prins K,Dor Y,Moore HB,Yaffe H,Nydam TL

更新日期：2020-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 29-year-old man wanted to receive an ABO-incompatible kidney transplant. His blood type was O, and the donor, his father, was A1. After endoscopic splenectomy performed before kidney transplantation, the recipient developed a high fever and leukocytosis, and he was treated with antibiotics and 5 g of human immunoglo...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Sawada T,Ando T,Sato S,Kubota K,Fuchinoue S,Teraoka S

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Relationships between race/ethnicity, recipient medical insurance, and living donor kidney transplantation (LKT) are incompletely described. METHODS:Associations between medical insurance and LKT were assessed in 447 recipients at a southeastern US transplant center. Primary and secondary payers were includ...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Reeves-Daniel AM,Farney AC,Fletcher AJ,Assimos D,Westcott C,Rogers J,Stratta RJ,Rocco MV,Freedman BI

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Obese transplant recipients (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2 ) have decreased posttransplant patient and graft survival compared with their nonobese counterparts. At the same time, many prednisone-related side effects (eg, new-onset diabetes) are similar to those associated with obesity. Using SRTR data, we studied outcomes associated...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Matas AJ,Vock DM

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:To explore the trends in the risk for rejection following heart transplantation (HT) over the past 25 years, and their relation to changes in medical management. METHODS:The study population comprised 216 HT patients. Rejection periods were defined as follows: 0-3 months (early), 3-12 months (intermediate), and 12...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Katz M,Freimark D,Raichlin E,Har-Zahav Y,Arad M,Kassif Y,Peled A,Asher E,Elian D,Kogan A,Shlomo N,Ofek E,Lavee J,Goldenberg I,Peled Y

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Laparoscopy is a standard surgical option for live donor nephrectomy (LDN) at the majority of transplant centers. Equivalent graft survival with shorter convalescence has been reported by several large volume centers. With the arrival of an experienced laparoscopic surgeon in 2002, we began to offer laparo...

journal_title：Clinical transplantation

authors： Riley J,Troxel S,Wakefield M,Ross G,Weinstein S

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00