Infection control
A new study on kidney transplants, conducted at the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute & Research Centre in Lahore, Pakistan, has shed light on the importance of preoperative antimicrobial prophylaxis in reducing surgical site infections (SSIs) in kidney transplant donors. The research, published in the Translational Research in Urology journal,
Ischemia
Researchers from Fortis Hospitals have conducted a study evaluating the surgical outcomes of robot-assisted kidney transplantation (RAKT), including experiences with deceased donor and pediatric transplants. The study, published in the Journal of Robotic Surgery, found that RAKT is a safe and effective alternative to open kidney transplantation when performed by
Ischemia
Researchers from Fortis Hospitals have conducted a study evaluating the surgical outcomes of robot-assisted kidney transplantation (RAKT), including experiences with deceased donor and pediatric transplants. The study, published in the Journal of Robotic Surgery, found that RAKT is a safe and effective alternative to open kidney transplantation when performed by
Kidney diseases
Harry Wilson, a 65-year-old Scot, made the decision to donate his kidney to his brother Gordon, 67, without hesitation, echoing the sentiments of the first living kidney donor in British history, Martin Abbott. In a remarkable display of brotherly love, Harry's selfless act has enabled Gordon to regain
Kidney transplantation
A new report sheds light on a rare but critical post-transplant complication in urology. According to research from University Gadjah Mada in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, a 26-year-old male developed immediate Page kidney intraoperatively, presenting with elevated resistive indices and reversed diastolic flow. Timely diagnosis using Doppler ultrasound enabled urgent re-exploration and
Kidney transplantation
Jennifer, a 25-year-old woman from Minneapolis, was diagnosed with albuminuria, or protein in her urine, at the age of 22. A series of tests led to a diagnosis of Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a incurable disease that can recur even after transplantation. Within six months, Jennifer's condition worsened,
Kidney transplantation
Researchers at Northwestern University have successfully performed a kidney transplant with a patient staying in the hospital for only 23 hours, marking a significant step towards outpatient kidney transplantation. The study, published in the American Journal of Transplantation, describes a unique combination of enhanced recovery techniques and neuraxial anesthesia that
Evidence-based medicine
Research in Salford, United Kingdom, highlights the issue of non-adherence to immunosuppressive medication among kidney transplant patients. According to the World Health Organization, up to 50% of patients do not take all their medications as prescribed. While kidney transplant patients are preselected for good adherence, non-adherence remains a significant problem,
Chronic kidney failure
A recent study by researchers from Islamic Azad University in Tehran, Iran, has shed light on the effectiveness of electronic health (eHealth) solutions for kidney transplant recipients. The study, published in the journal mjlh lmy danshgah lwm pzshky krdstan, aimed to review published articles on eHealth in kidney transplant recipients
Kidney transplantation
IU Health's Dr. William Goggins is one of the most prolific transplant surgeons in the country, recently completing his 3,000th transplant. This milestone is a testament to his dedication and exceptional skill in the field. Goggins' work is crucial in addressing the organ shortage, with over
