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Orthotopic Rat Kidney Transplantation: A Novel and Simplified Surgical Approach
Published on: May 7, 2019
[Renopancreatic transplant. Urologic complications]
R Gutiérrez del Pozo1, M J Ricart Brulles, M C Bacque
1Servicio de Urología, Hospital Clínic, Universidad de Barcelona.
Actas Urologicas Espanolas
|March 12, 1998
Summary
Urological complications are common after reno-pancreatic transplants (RPT). Urinary fistulas significantly impact patient and graft survival, highlighting the need for careful management in RPT patients.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Transplant Surgery
- Nephrology
Context:
- Reno-pancreatic transplantation (RPT) combines kidney and pancreas transplants.
- This study reviews urological complications in 80 RPT patients from 1983-1994.
- Patients had a mean age of 36, with long-term dialysis and diabetes histories.
Purpose:
- To retrospectively analyze the incidence and impact of urological complications following RPT.
- To identify specific urological issues and their association with graft and patient outcomes.
Summary:
- Actuarial survival rates were 85% for patients, 79% for renal grafts, and 74% for pancreatic grafts.
- Common complications included hematuria (25%), urinary infections (85%), and dysuria/urethritis/stenosis (14 males).
- Urinary fistulas occurred in 13 cases (secondary to surgery or rejection) and significantly affected outcomes.
Impact:
- Urological complications represent a significant source of morbidity in RPT.
- Urinary fistulas are a critical complication, negatively influencing both patient and pancreatic graft survival.
- Findings underscore the importance of monitoring and managing urological issues post-RPT.
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