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Symptomatic lymphoceles after renal transplant are uncommon but require management. Percutaneous drainage is the initial treatment, with surgical marsupialization offering the best long-term results.

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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Transplant Surgery
  • Urology

Background:

  • Lymphoceles are a known complication following renal transplantation.
  • Symptomatic lymphoceles can impact graft function and patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate treatment outcomes for symptomatic lymphoceles in renal transplant recipients.
  • To propose an optimal management protocol for these cases.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 744 renal transplant recipients from 2000-2007.
  • Analysis of 14 patients with symptomatic lymphoceles and their treatment modalities.
  • Comparison of primary (aspiration, percutaneous drainage) and secondary (marsupialization) treatments.

Main Results:

  • Symptomatic lymphoceles occurred in 1.88% of patients.
  • Primary percutaneous drainage had a success rate of 42.8%.
  • Surgical marsupialization (laparoscopic and open) demonstrated higher success rates with lower recurrence.

Conclusions:

  • Percutaneous drainage is recommended as the initial management for symptomatic lymphoceles.
  • Surgical marsupialization provides definitive treatment with superior outcomes and minimal recurrence.