Hypertension and renal dysfunction in long-term liver transplant recipients

Authors
Gonwa, TA
Citation
Ta. Gonwa, Hypertension and renal dysfunction in long-term liver transplant recipients, LIVER TRANS, 7(11), 2001, pp. S22-S26
Citations number
31
Categorie Soggetti
Gastroenerology and Hepatology
Journal title
LIVER TRANSPLANTATION
ISSN journal
15276465 → ACNP
Volume
7
Issue
11
Year of publication
2001
Supplement
1
Pages
S22 - S26
Database
ISI
SICI code
1527-6465(200111)7:11<S22:HARDIL>2.0.ZU;2-B
Abstract
1. A 10-year survival rate of 60% or greater after orthotopic liver transpl antation (OLT) is expected. 2. Renal dysfunction is common after OLT. 3. Patients without early renal dysfunction after OLT are at low risk for l ong-term renal dysfunction. 4. Hypertension occurs in greater than 50% of long-term survivors. 5. Immunosuppressive protocols must be adjusted early to avoid long-term co mplications.