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[Cyclosporin in organ transplantation in children]
1Médecine de Transplantation, Pavillon P, Hôpital Edouard-Herriot, Lyon, France.
Insights
This review covers cyclosporine
Area of Science:
- Biochemistry
- Immunology
- Pharmacology
Context:
- Pediatric organ transplantation
- Immunosuppressive therapy
Purpose:
- Review biochemical, immunological, and pharmacological properties of cyclosporine
- Define cyclosporine's role in pediatric organ transplant treatment
Summary:
- Cyclosporine's properties are detailed
- Current applications in pediatric organ transplantation are discussed
Impact:
- Provides a comprehensive overview of cyclosporine for clinicians
- Informs treatment strategies for pediatric organ transplant recipients
Abstract:
The authors review the biochemical, immunological and pharmacological properties of cyclosporine and give an account of the current place of cyclosporine in the treatment of children with organ transplants.