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[Personal experiences with kidney transplantation in the elderly]
H Oesterwitz1, R Horlbeck, G May
1Urologische Klinik, Krankenhauses im Friedrichshain.
Zeitschrift Fur Urologie Und Nephrologie
|October 1, 1989
Summary
Kidney transplant outcomes in older adults are comparable to younger patients. However, elderly recipients experienced more urological issues, specifically benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Urology
- Transplantation Science
Context:
- Analysis of 226 cadaveric renal allotransplants performed between January 1987 and December 1988.
- Focus on the subset of recipients aged over 50 years (17% of total).
- Evaluation within the Kidney Transplant Center of Friedrichshain Hospital.
Purpose:
- To compare the outcomes of renal allotransplantation in elderly recipients (over 50) versus younger recipients.
- To identify any age-specific complications or differences in transplant success rates.
- To assess the impact of age on post-transplant urological health.
Summary:
- Transplantation results for recipients over 50 were found to be comparable to those of younger individuals.
- A higher incidence of age-related urological complications was observed in the older cohort.
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia was specifically noted as a frequent complication in elderly kidney transplant recipients.
Impact:
- Highlights the feasibility of kidney transplantation in older populations.
- Identifies benign prostatic hyperplasia as a key area for monitoring and management in elderly transplant patients.
- Informs clinical practice regarding age-specific risk assessment and postoperative care in renal allotransplantation.