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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Endocrinology
  • Transplantation Medicine

Background:

  • Post-transplant diabetes mellitus (PTDM) is a significant complication following kidney transplantation.
  • PTDM adversely affects graft and patient survival and is associated with increased mortality.
  • Identifying PTDM risk factors is crucial for prevention and improved transplant outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify key risk factors associated with the development of post-transplant diabetes mellitus in kidney transplant recipients.
  • To provide insights for strategies aimed at preventing PTDM.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 659 adult kidney transplants performed between January 2013 and December 2017.
  • Exclusion of patients with pre-existing diabetes mellitus.
  • Comparison of 61 patients with PTDM against 61 matched control patients without PTDM.

Main Results:

  • Significant differences observed between PTDM and control groups in beta-blocker use, fifth-day fasting glucose, recipient age, and body mass index.
  • Multivariate logistic regression identified fifth-day fasting glucose (OR 1.044, P=.010) and body mass index (OR 1.130, P=.034) as significant predictors of PTDM.
  • No significant differences were found for other investigated potential risk factors.

Conclusions:

  • Elevated fasting glucose on the fifth post-transplant day and a higher body mass index are significant risk factors for developing PTDM.
  • Early identification of these risk factors is essential for implementing preventative measures.
  • These findings can inform clinical practice to mitigate PTDM development and improve long-term transplant outcomes.