Do digestive issues threaten lung transplantation?
Study shows that esophageal dysmotility is an independent risk factor for acute rejection of the transplanted lung. Gastroparesis is also linked to Chronic Lung Allograft Dysfunction.
Digestive evaluation is crucial post-LT.
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Study shows that patients prioritized due to #dialysis access failure have an 88% chance of transplantation (vs.40% of non-prioritized) & lower mortality (7% vs. 19%).
Note: High sensitization (PRA > 50%) remains a challenge.
🔓https://doi.org/10.53855/bjt.v28i1.676_ENG

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Study highlights: Graft-versus-Host Disease (GvHD) is a risk factor for the development of secondary oral lesions years after Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation🩸.
Surveillance 👀 is essential for long-term care.
🔓https://doi.org/10.53855/bjt.v28i1.705_ENG

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🩺 Experience with laparoscopic living donor nephrectomy at Zenith Medical and Kidney Center (Abuja, Nigeria), 3 cases showed:
✅ Safe procedure
✅ High donor satisfaction
✅ Good graft outcomes
A minimally invasive approach with aesthetic and clinical benefits.
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🧫New study: In 90 liver transplants, 30.2% of recipients developed infections, but none were donor-derived.
Donors with positive cultures did not increase mortality, though infections prolonged ICU stay.
🆓https://doi.org/10.53855/bjt.v28i1.650_ENG

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To optimize kidney transplants 🇧🇷, it's essential to invest in professional training & process standardization! This study suggests continuous training, clear protocols, dialogue, and evaluation.
🔓https://doi.org/10.53855/bjt.v28i1.701_ENG

#publichealth #healthmanagement #healthsystems
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🧪A recusa familiar ainda é a principal barreira para a doação de órgãos. Entre os principais motivos estão a desconfiança no sistema e sofrimento emocional.

Leia o press release do Brazilian Journal of Transplantation

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Post-transplant #diabetes mellitus can affect kidney transplant recipients, impacting survival & graft health. A new validated care package helps guide tests, timing, & follow-up, offering a practical tool for early detection & better patient management.
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