[Renal transplantation--a possible factor in the development of circulatory insufficiency in the lower extremities]

The major subjects of this presentation are: 1. Angiological aspects of living and cadaveric transplant donor; 2. The possibilities and importance of angiosurgical procedures during the transplantation operation; 3. Vascular complications of kidney transplantation; 4. Occlusive arterial diseases and the possibilities of treatment. The experiences after 423 renal transplantations have been overviewed and special problems of interest commented.