Renal Replacement Therapy in Eritrea Amahazion, Fikrejesus Amahazion, Fikrejesus Less Transplantation. 102(5):707-710, May 2018. Abstract Abstract Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article
Autocrine Activation of Fibroblasts by Induction of IL-11 Expression Is a Common Pathway of Profibrotic Factors Mack, Matthias Mack, Matthias Less Transplantation. 102(5):710-711, May 2018. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions
Research Highlights Issa, Fadi Issa, Fadi Less Transplantation. 102(5):711-712, May 2018. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions
Ronald W. Busuttil, MD, PhD: William P. Longmire, Jr, Chair of Surgery, Chief of Liver and Pancreas Transplantation, Director, UCLA-Dumont Transplant & Liver Cancer Center Busuttil, Ronald W. Busuttil, Ronald W. Less Transplantation. 102(5):713-715, May 2018. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions
High-Sensitivity Troponins in Liver Transplantation: How Will They Change Our Practice? Mandell, M. Susan; Kay, Joseph Mandell, M. Susan; Kay, Joseph Less Transplantation. 102(5):716-717, May 2018. In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: High Sensitivity Troponin Assays, recently introduced in the United States, offer higher sensitivity as a biomarker for cardiac injury. Identification and management of cardiac dysfunction in liver transplantation remains an unresolved clinical challenge. The authors review a recent original contribution and pose caution in the adoption of a new approach. Go to Full Text of this Article
Listening to Living Donors Dew, Mary Amanda; Switzer, Galen E. Dew, Mary Amanda; Switzer, Galen E. Less Transplantation. 102(5):718-719, May 2018. In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Dew and Switzer review the study by Kisch et al that examines the experiences of living donors. The essence of living donation is that one donates irrespective of what one donates, highlighting important similarities across types of donors. Go to Full Text of this Article
Ganja, No Barrier for Liver Transplantation? Naugler, Willscott E.; Orloff, Susan L. Naugler, Willscott E.; Orloff, Susan L. Less Transplantation. 102(5):720-722, May 2018. In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: Commentary to the study by Kotwani et al which represents an opportunity to clarify the rationale for concerns regarding the use of addictive substances in the arena of liver transplantation, particularly that of marijuana. Go to Full Text of this Article
Quantifying Frailty in Post-Lung Transplant Patients—Can We Predict Who Will Need Readmission? Neujahr, David C. Neujahr, David C. Less Transplantation. 102(5):723-724, May 2018. In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The team from the University of Pennsylvania shows frailty score predicts readmission following lung transplantation and simple, objective and easily reproducible physical performance are likely to inform us of best practices for mitigating posttransplant frailty. Go to Full Text of this Article
Protecting Donor Livers During Normothermic Machine Perfusion With Stem Cell Extracellular Vesicles Sharma, Ashish K.; Laubach, Victor E. Sharma, Ashish K.; Laubach, Victor E. Less Transplantation. 102(5):725-726, May 2018. In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions In Brief: The authors discuss the clinical potentials of normothermic machine perfusion combined with stem-cell-derived extracellular vesicles for reconditioning injured donor liver before transplantation. Go to Full Text of this Article
Novel TOF-MS Means of Quantifying ApoAI Amyloid Protein Load After Combined Liver Kidney Transplantation Richards, Katherine G.; Brennan, Stephen O.; McCaughan, Geoffrey W.; More Richards, Katherine G.; Brennan, Stephen O.; McCaughan, Geoffrey W.; Chadban, Steven J. Less Transplantation. 102(5):e192-e193, May 2018. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions
Management of Severe Portopulmonary Hypertension With Dual Oral Therapy Before Liver Transplantation Vionnet, Julien; Yerly, Patrick; Aubert, John-David; More Vionnet, Julien; Yerly, Patrick; Aubert, John-David; Pascual, Manuel; Aldenkortt, Florence; Berney, Thierry; Giostra, Emiliano; Moradpour, Darius; Schiffer, Eduardo Less Transplantation. 102(5):e194, May 2018. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions
International Liver Transplantation Society Consensus Statement on Immunosuppression in Liver Transplant Recipients Charlton, Michael; Levitsky, Josh; Aqel, Bashar; More Charlton, Michael; Levitsky, Josh; Aqel, Bashar; O'Grady, John; Hemibach, Julie; Rinella, Mary; Fung, John; Ghabril, Marwan; Thomason, Ray; Burra, Patrizia; Little, Ester Coelho; Berenguer, Marina; Shaked, Abraham; Trotter, James; Roberts, John; Rodriguez-Davalos, Manuel; Rela, Mohamed; Pomfret, Elizabeth; Heyrend, Caroline; Gallegos-Orozco, Juan; Saliba, Faouzi Less Transplantation. 102(5):727-743, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: The ILTS consensus document on immunosuppression in liver transplant recipients covers both the scope of therapeutic agents for induction and rejection therapy as well as an overview of complications and clinical management.
The Meaning of Being a Living Kidney, Liver, or Stem Cell Donor—A Meta-Ethnography Kisch, Annika M.; Forsberg, Anna; Fridh, Isabell; More Kisch, Annika M.; Forsberg, Anna; Fridh, Isabell; Almgren, Matilda; Lundmark, Martina; Lovén, Charlotte; Flodén, Anne; Nilsson, Madeleine; Karlsson, Veronika; Lennerling, Annette Less Transplantation. 102(5):744-756, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: This meta-ethnography defines the essential meaning of being a donor. The synthesis reveals 6 prominent themes: a sense of responsibility, loneliness and abandonment, suffering, pride and gratitude, a sense of togetherness, and a life-changing event.
Brief Summary Report From the 14th Biennial Meeting of the International Xenotransplantation Association Pierson, Richard N. III Pierson, Richard N. III Less Transplantation. 102(5):757-759, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: IXA 2017 reported significant progress toward clinical application of porcine cell, tissue, and organ xenografts.
Effects of Warm Versus Cold Ischemic Donor Lung Preservation on the Underlying Mechanisms of Injuries During Ischemia and Reperfusion Iskender, Ilker; Cypel, Marcelo; Martinu, Tereza; More Iskender, Ilker; Cypel, Marcelo; Martinu, Tereza; Chen, Manyin; Sakamoto, Jin; Kim, Hyunhee; Yu, Keke; Lin, Huiqing; Guan, Zehong; Hashimoto, Kohei; Waddell, Thomas K.; Liu, Mingyao; Keshavjee, Shaf Less Transplantation. 102(5):760-768, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: The authors compare the different injurious mechanisms induced by warm and cold ischemia in a rat lung transplantation model. It is helpful to develop effective targeted therapies to ameliorate transplant-related IR injury.
Immune Responses of HLA Highly Sensitized and Nonsensitized Patients to Genetically Engineered Pig Cells Zhang, Zhongqiang; Hara, Hidetaka; Long, Cassandra; More Zhang, Zhongqiang; Hara, Hidetaka; Long, Cassandra; Iwase, Hayato; Qi, Haizhi; Macedo, Camila; Mangiola, Massimo; Zeevi, Adriana; Ezzelarab, Mohamed; Ayares, David; Cooper, David K. C.; Wijkstrom, Martin Less Transplantation. 102(5):e195-e204, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: The authors investigate the immune response of HLA-highly sensitized patients with end-stage renal disease to genetically engineered pig cells. They also compare the difference in the T and B cell response between the patients with high or low calculated panel-reactive antibodies.
Extracellular Vesicles from Human Liver Stem Cells Reduce Injury in an Ex Vivo Normothermic Hypoxic Rat Liver Perfusion Model Rigo, Federica; De Stefano, Nicola; Navarro-Tableros, Victor; More Rigo, Federica; De Stefano, Nicola; Navarro-Tableros, Victor; David, Ezio; Rizza, Giorgia; Catalano, Giorgia; Gilbo, Nicholas; Maione, Francesca; Gonella, Federica; Roggio, Dorotea; Martini, Silvia; Patrono, Damiano; Salizzoni, Mauro; Camussi, Giovanni; Romagnoli, Renato Less Transplantation. 102(5):e205-e210, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: The authors investigate the feasibility and efficacy of a pharmacological intervention on isolated rat livers by using a combination of normorthermic machine perfusion and human liver stem-cell-derived extracellular vesicles.
Liver Simulated Allocation Modeling: Were the Predictions Accurate for Share 35? Goel, Aparna; Kim, W. Ray; Pyke, Joshua; More Goel, Aparna; Kim, W. Ray; Pyke, Joshua; Schladt, David P.; Kasiske, Bertram L.; Snyder, Jon J.; Lake, John R.; Israni, Ajay K. Less Transplantation. 102(5):769-774, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: LSAM has been used as a modeling tool for policy development by the OPTN since 2004. The performance of LSAM was evaluated to study the results of Share 35. Although transplants and waitlist mortality are underestimated, the direction of change is correctly predicted.
Recipient Selection for Optimal Utilization of Discarded Grafts in Liver Transplantation Giretti, Giovanni; Barbier, Louise; Bucur, Petru; More Giretti, Giovanni; Barbier, Louise; Bucur, Petru; Marques, Frédéric; Perarnau, Jean-Marc; Ferrandière, Martine; Tellier, Anne-Charlotte; Kerouredan, Vincent; Altieri, Mario; Causse, Xavier; Debette-Gratien, Maryline; Silvain, Christine; Salamé, Ephrem Less Transplantation. 102(5):775-782, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: In the French liver allocation system, grafts that are refused by 5 centers are available for use at the discretion of the center termed rescue allocation. In the authors’ experience, these grafts are used with comparable patient survival but an increased risk of hepatic artery thrombosis and retransplantation. Strategies for improved outcomes are discussed.
Utilization of Declined Liver Grafts Yields Comparable Transplant Outcomes and Previous Decline Should Not Be a Deterrent to Graft Use Marcon, Francesca; Schlegel, Andrea; Bartlett, David C.; More Marcon, Francesca; Schlegel, Andrea; Bartlett, David C.; Kalisvaart, Marit; Bishop, Dawn; Mergental, Hynek; Roberts, Keith J.; Mirza, Darius F.; Isaac, John; Muiesan, Paolo; Perera, M. Thamara Less Transplantation. 102(5):e211-e218, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: The authors provide further evidence justifying a more aggressive approach to utilization of donated livers.
The Impact of Combined Warm Ischemia Time on Development of Acute Kidney Injury in Donation After Circulatory Death Liver Transplantation: Stay Within the Golden Hour Kalisvaart, Marit; Schlegel, Andrea; Umbro, Ilaria; More Kalisvaart, Marit; Schlegel, Andrea; Umbro, Ilaria; de Haan, Jubi E.; Scalera, Irene; Polak, Wojciech G.; IJzermans, Jan N.M.; Mirza, Darius F.; Perera, M. Thamara P.R.; Isaac, John I.; Ferguson, James; Mitterhofer, Anna Paola; de Jonge, Jeroen; Muiesan, Paolo Less Transplantation. 102(5):783-793, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: The authors introduce the concept of total warm ischemia (combining donor and recipient warm times) in predicting the function of kidneys recovered from DCD donors.
History of Marijuana Use Does Not Affect Outcomes on the Liver Transplant Waitlist Kotwani, Prashant; Saxena, Varun; Dodge, Jennifer L.; More Kotwani, Prashant; Saxena, Varun; Dodge, Jennifer L.; Roberts, John; Yao, Francis; Hameed, Bilal Less Transplantation. 102(5):794-802, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: In this single-center study, the authors showed that historical marijuana use is not associated with adverse effects on liver transplant waitlist outcomes, including waitlist mortality/delisting and likelihood of liver transplantation.
Ethical Analysis and Policy Recommendations Regarding Domino Liver Transplantation Schenck, David; Mazariegos, George V.; Thistlethwaite, J. Richard Jr; More Schenck, David; Mazariegos, George V.; Thistlethwaite, J. Richard Jr; Ross, Lainie Friedman Less Transplantation. 102(5):803-808, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: Despite the long history of clinical application of domino liver transplantation, there has been a paucity of ethical examination of the principles. The authors address multiple considerations in this timely work.
Comparing Simultaneous Liver-Kidney Transplant Strategies: A Modified Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Cheng, Xingxing S.; Kim, W. Ray; Tan, Jane C.; More Cheng, Xingxing S.; Kim, W. Ray; Tan, Jane C.; Chertow, Glenn M.; Goldhaber-Fiebert, Jeremy Less Transplantation. 102(5):e219-e228, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: This cost-effectiveness study shows that the new kidney-liver allocation will produce better liver transplant outcomes but at the expense of more frequent allocation of deceased donor kidneys away from kidney alone recipients and to liver transplant recipients.
Intraoperative Management of Liver Transplant Patients Without the Routine Use of Renal Replacement Therapy Adelmann, Dieter; Olmos, Andrea; Liu, Linda L.; More Adelmann, Dieter; Olmos, Andrea; Liu, Linda L.; Feiner, John R.; Roll, Garrett R.; Burdine, Lyle; Tavakol, Mehdi; Syed, Shareef; Orandi, Babak J.; Niemann, Claus U. Less Transplantation. 102(5):e229-e235, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: The UCSF group reports excellent outcomes without the use of intraoperative RRT in liver transplantation. Implications for anesthetic strategy are discussed.
Early Postoperative Neutrophil Gelatinase-Associated Lipocalin Predicts the Development of Chronic Kidney Disease After Liver Transplantation Cullaro, Giuseppe; Pisa, Joseph F.; Brown, Robert S. Jr; More Cullaro, Giuseppe; Pisa, Joseph F.; Brown, Robert S. Jr; Wagener, Gebhard; Verna, Elizabeth C. Less Transplantation. 102(5):809-815, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: The authors of this single-center study show that uNGAL (urinary neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin) measured 24 hours post-liver transplantation is an independent marker of chronic kidney disease risk, especially in patients with preserved eGFR at the time of transplant.
Alpha-Fetoprotein Slope >7.5 ng/mL per Month Predicts Microvascular Invasion and Tumor Recurrence After Liver Transplantation for Hepatocellular Carcinoma Giard, Jeanne-Marie; Mehta, Neil; Dodge, Jennifer L.; More Giard, Jeanne-Marie; Mehta, Neil; Dodge, Jennifer L.; Roberts, John P.; Yao, Francis Y. Less Transplantation. 102(5):816-822, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: Optimizing the prediction of HCC recurrence, and therefore the allocation of organs to ensure the best outcomes, remains a work in progress. The authors demonstrate the use of AFP as a dynamic marker for improved prediction of biologic risk to complement the morphologic criteria in HCC candidate selection.
Successful Sequential Liver and Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation in a Child With CD40 Ligand Deficiency and Cryptosporidium-Induced Liver Cirrhosis Quarello, Paola; Tandoi, Francesco; Carraro, Francesca; More Quarello, Paola; Tandoi, Francesco; Carraro, Francesca; Vassallo, Elena; Pinon, Michele; Romagnoli, Renato; David, Ezio; Dell Olio, Dominic; Salizzoni, Mauro; Fagioli, Franca; Calvo, Pier Luigi Less Transplantation. 102(5):823-828, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: Report of the successful resolution of a potentially fatal combination of immunodeficiency (X-linked CD40-ligand) and chronic opportunistic infection with end-stage liver damage in a child using a closely sequential liver transplantation and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation strategy.
Elevated High-Sensitivity Troponin I During Living Donor Liver Transplantation Is Associated With Postoperative Adverse Outcomes Park, Jungchan; Lee, Seung Hwa; Han, Sangbin; More Park, Jungchan; Lee, Seung Hwa; Han, Sangbin; Kim, Ki Yoon; Kim, Go Eun; Park, Myungsoo; Lee, Suk-Koo; Choi, Gyu-Seong; Ahn, Soohyun; Ahn, Hyeon Seon; Kim, Gaab Soo Less Transplantation. 102(5):e236-e244, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: High Sensitivity Troponin assay has been introduced in liver transplantation in the detection of occult myocardial injury. In this report, Park et al demonstrate an highly increased risk of all-cause mortality in living donor liver transplantation that is associated with this biomarker.
Lung Transplantation as a Therapeutic Option in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Chang, Youjin; Lee, Sang Oh; Shim, Tae Sun; More Chang, Youjin; Lee, Sang Oh; Shim, Tae Sun; Choi, Sae Hoon; Kim, Hyung Ryul; Kim, Yong-Hee; Kim, Dong Kwan; Do, Kyung-Hyun; Choi, In-Cheol; Hong, Sang-Bum; Park, Seung-Il Less Transplantation. 102(5):829-837, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is associated with high mortality. Lung transplantation is a therapeutic option that can improve survival among patients with irreversible ARDS.
Causes, Preventability, and Cost of Unplanned Rehospitalizations Within 30 Days of Discharge After Lung Transplantation Courtwright, Andrew M.; Zaleski, Derek; Gardo, Lisa; More Courtwright, Andrew M.; Zaleski, Derek; Gardo, Lisa; Ahya, Vivek N.; Christie, Jason D.; Crespo, Maria; Hadjiliadis, Denis; Lee, James; Molina, Maria; Patel, Namrata; Porteous, Mary; Cantu, Edward E.; Bermudez, Christian; Diamond, Joshua M. Less Transplantation. 102(5):838-844, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: Discharge frailty, defined as a modified Short Physical Performance Battery < 6, is the only variable associated with unplanned rehospitalizations (UR) following lung transplantation and 30% of UR are likely to be considered preventable.
Influence of Blood Pressure and Calcineurin Inhibitors on Kidney Function After Heart or Liver Transplantation Morath, Christian; Opelz, Gerhard; Döhler, Bernd; More Morath, Christian; Opelz, Gerhard; Döhler, Bernd; Zeier, Martin; Süsal, Caner Less Transplantation. 102(5):845-852, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: This registry analysis of data from adult recipients of a first heart or liver transplant suggests that blood pressure measured at 1 year but not CNI type or dose is the major modifiable risk factor associated with deteriorating kidney function between years 1 to 5 after transplantation.
Clinical and Pathological Features of Plasma Cell-Rich Acute Rejection After Kidney Transplantation Hasegawa, Jumpei; Honda, Kazuho; Omoto, Kazuya; More Hasegawa, Jumpei; Honda, Kazuho; Omoto, Kazuya; Wakai, Sachiko; Shirakawa, Hiroki; Okumi, Masayoshi; Ishida, Hideki; Fuchinoue, Shohei; Hattori, Motoshi; Tanabe, Kazunari Less Transplantation. 102(5):853-859, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: Plasma cell-rich acute rejection is a rare and ill-defined category of acute rejection encountered in kidney transplant recipients. In this small series, the authors improve out knowledge regarding both clinical presentation and prognosis.
Recurrence of Renal Cell Cancer After Renal Transplantation in a Multicenter French Cohort Cognard, Noelle; Anglicheau, Dany; Gatault, Philippe; More Cognard, Noelle; Anglicheau, Dany; Gatault, Philippe; Girerd, Sophie; Essig, Marie; Hurault de Ligny, Bruno; Le Meur, Yann; Le Roy, Franck; Garrouste, Cyril; Thierry, Antoine; Colosio, Charlotte; Rivalan, Joseph; Sayegh, Johnny; Choukroun, Gabriel; Moulin, Bruno; Caillard, Sophie Less Transplantation. 102(5):860-867, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: Recurrences of renal cell carcinoma after kidney transplantation are common with 15% incidence and are associated with very poor prognoses. These results should be considered before listing patients with a history of renal cancer for transplantation.
End-of-Treatment Positron Emission Tomography After Uniform First-Line Therapy of B-Cell Posttransplant Lymphoproliferative Disorder Identifies Patients at Low Risk of Relapse in the Prospective German PTLD Registry Zimmermann, Heiner; Denecke, Timm; Dreyling, Martin H.; More Zimmermann, Heiner; Denecke, Timm; Dreyling, Martin H.; Franzius, Christiane; Reinke, Petra; Subklewe, Marion; Amthauer, Holger; Kneba, Michael; Riess, Hanno; Trappe, Ralf U. Less Transplantation. 102(5):868-875, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: Posttransplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD) can be detected by fluorine-18 fluorodeoxyglucose-positronemission tomography (PET) and end of treatment PET in PTLD identifies patients at low risk of relapse and offers clinically relevant information, particularly in patients in a partial remission by CT staging.
Valganciclovir Prophylaxis Versus Preemptive Therapy in Cytomegalovirus-Positive Renal Allograft Recipients: Long-term Results After 7 Years of a Randomized Clinical Trial Witzke, Oliver; Nitschke, Martin; Bartels, Michael; More Witzke, Oliver; Nitschke, Martin; Bartels, Michael; Wolters, Heiner; Wolf, Gunter; Reinke, Petra; Hauser, Ingeborg A.; Alshuth, Ulrich; Kliem, Volker Less Transplantation. 102(5):876-882, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: Go to Full Text of this Article In Brief: In renal transplant recipients, 7-year follow up of a randomized clinical trial demonstrates that a strategy of prophylaxis is more effective than a preemptive strategy to prevent CMV infection and disease, but both strategies are similarly effective in preventing graft loss and death. Go to Full Text of this Article
Long-term Outcomes of Pediatric En Bloc Compared to Living Donor Kidney Transplantation: A Single-Center Experience With 25 Years Follow-Up Sureshkumar, Kalathil K.; Habbach, Amr; Tang, Amy; More Sureshkumar, Kalathil K.; Habbach, Amr; Tang, Amy; Chopra, Bhavna Less Transplantation. 102(5):e245-e248, May 2018. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions Abstract: In Brief: This single-center retrospective cohort study suggests that pediatric en bloc kidney transplantation is associated with similar long-term graft survival compared to transplants with living donor kidneys. Yet, considering the risk of thrombosis, the ideal allocation policy remains to be determined.
Important Facts About Organ Donation and OPO Performance Goldberg, David S.; Shafer, Teresa; Siminoff, Laura Goldberg, David S.; Shafer, Teresa; Siminoff, Laura Less Transplantation. 102(5):e249-e250, May 2018. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions
The Authors’ Reply Massie, Allan B.; Roberts, John P. Massie, Allan B.; Roberts, John P. Less Transplantation. 102(5):e250-e251, May 2018. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions
Effect of Ex Vivo–Expanded Recipient Regulatory T Cells on Hematopoietic Chimerism and Kidney Allograft Tolerance Across MHC Barriers in Cynomolgus Macaques: Erratum Less Transplantation. 102(5):e252, May 2018. Favorites PDF Get Content & Permissions
