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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Immunology
  • Transplantation

Background:

  • ABO incompatible kidney transplantation was historically contraindicated due to natural antibodies (isohemagglutinins).
  • Increasing demand for kidney transplants necessitates expanding donor pool options.
  • Desensitization protocols have been developed to enable ABO incompatible transplantation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review immune mechanisms, desensitization strategies, and outcomes of ABO incompatible kidney transplantation.
  • To discuss the pathogenesis of tolerance and current immunosuppressive protocols.
  • To provide an overview of future perspectives in ABO incompatible kidney transplantation.

Main Methods:

  • Desensitization involves antibody removal (plasmapheresis, immunoadsorption) and B-cell depletion (rituximab).
  • Maintenance immunosuppression includes corticosteroids, tacrolimus, and mycophenolate mofetil.
  • Review of existing literature and meta-analyses on ABO incompatible kidney transplantation outcomes.

Main Results:

  • Outcomes in ABO incompatible kidney transplantation have significantly improved.
  • Meta-analyses suggest no difference in long-term graft and patient survival compared to ABO compatible transplants.
  • Increased risks of bleeding and infectious complications are associated with current protocols.

Conclusions:

  • ABO incompatible kidney transplantation is a feasible option with comparable long-term survival to ABO compatible transplants.
  • Minimizing immunosuppressive burden through refined desensitization strategies is crucial.
  • Further research is warranted to optimize protocols and mitigate complications.