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Renal transplantation with multiple arteries.

M Fox, R Yalin

    British Journal of Urology
    |October 1, 1979
    PubMed
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    Kidneys with multiple renal arteries can be safely transplanted. Despite longer ischemic times, outcomes like acute tubular necrosis and hospital stay were similar to single-artery kidneys.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nephrology
    • Transplant Surgery
    • Urology

    Background:

    • Kidney transplantation is a vital treatment for end-stage renal disease.
    • The presence of multiple renal arteries in donor kidneys presents unique surgical challenges.
    • Previous concerns existed regarding the safety and efficacy of transplanting kidneys with multiple arteries.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the safety and outcomes of kidney transplants utilizing kidneys with two or more renal arteries.
    • To compare complications and recovery metrics between kidneys with multiple versus single renal arteries.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 184 kidney transplant operations.
    • Identification and categorization of kidneys based on the number of renal arteries (single vs. multiple).

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  • Comparison of ischemic times, incidence and duration of acute tubular necrosis, hospital stay, and bleeding complications.

    • Main Results:

    • Twenty-seven out of 184 (14.7%) transplanted kidneys had two or more renal arteries.
    • Increased ischemic times were observed in kidneys with multiple arteries.
    • No significant differences were found in acute tubular necrosis, hospital stay, or excessive bleeding compared to single-artery kidneys.

    Conclusions:

    • Kidneys with multiple renal arteries can be safely transplanted with comparable outcomes to single-artery kidneys.
    • Careful surgical techniques, including perfusion, cooling, and avoiding ligation of polar arteries, are crucial for successful transplantation.
    • The presence of multiple renal arteries should not preclude the use of a donor kidney.