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Left ventricular hypertrophy in children and adolescents before and after kidney transplantation

Gabriel Kolvek, Ludmila Podracka

    Bratislavske Lekarske Listy
    |March 16, 2022
    PubMed

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    Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) remains prevalent in children post-kidney transplantation (KTx). While LVH is common, its reversibility is challenging, emphasizing the need for strict blood pressure control to manage left ventricular mass index (LVMI).

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Nephrology
    • Cardiology in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Transplantation Medicine

    Background:

    • Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is a significant risk factor for premature mortality in pediatric patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD).
    • Understanding the progression and reversibility of LVH after kidney transplantation (KTx) is crucial for improving long-term outcomes.
    • The study investigates changes in left ventricular mass index (LVMI) following successful KTx in children.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the changes in left ventricular mass index (LVMI) in children undergoing successful kidney transplantation (KTx).
    • To assess the prevalence and potential reversibility of left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) after KTx.
    • To identify clinical variables associated with LVMI in pediatric kidney transplant recipients.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 25 pediatric patients who underwent successful KTx at a tertiary nephrology center.
    • Longitudinal assessment of left ventricular mass index (LVMI) using echocardiography before and after KTx.
    • Evaluation of risk factors, including systolic hypertension, associated with LVH.

    Main Results:

    • The prevalence of LVH was 23.5% during chronic dialysis and increased to 29.4% post-KTx (p=0.06).
    • Significant individual variations in LVMI were observed pre- and post-transplantation.
    • Uncontrolled systolic hypertension was identified as a significant risk factor associated with LVMI (p=0.03).

    Conclusions:

    • Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is a common finding in children after kidney transplantation (KTx).
    • Reversibility of established LVH appears challenging in this population.
    • Effective management of systolic hypertension and other risk factors is essential for modifying LVMI and improving cardiovascular health in pediatric kidney transplant recipients.
    Abstract

    Keywords:
    childreneft ventricular hypertrophytransplantation chronic kidney disease.

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