outh Africa has one of the highest incidences of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in Africa. The rollout of antiretroviral therapy (ART) in South Africa has been tremendously successful in extending the lives of HIV-infected persons. Consequently, more patients who would have died before the availability of ART are now receiving a diagnosis of HIV-associated nephropathy.1
The rates of disease progression and death in the population of HIV-positive patients with chronic kidney disease can be modified by ART, which reduces the risk of advanced chronic kidney disease among patients with HIV-associated nephropathy by approximately 60%.2,3 It has been estimated that the prevalence of chronic kidney disease among HIV-infected patients receiving treatment is between 8% and 22%4-7; among untreated patients, it is estimated to be between 20% and 27%.8,9 Confronted with a high burden of HIV disease and limited resources, South Africa faces considerable challenges in providing renal-replacement therapy for the large numbers of HIV-infected persons in whom chronic kidney disease will develop during their lifetime.
- A 19-year-old male student presented with pallor, easy fatigability, oliguria and a history of skin rash and joint pain diagnosed as systemic lupus erythematosus 8 years prior.
- His creatinine has gradually increased over the years and is now 11.2 mg/dl. He has been admitted for further investigation and management.
- A kidney biopsy showed lupus nephritis class IV with active lesions and chronic changes, consistent with his long history of lupus nephritis. He is being treated with steroids, immunosuppressants and other medications.
Management of a case of post kidney transplant finalAnil Kumar Majhi
This document discusses the management of patients who have undergone kidney transplantation. It outlines the risks these patients face such as rejection, infection, and toxicity from immunosuppressant drugs. It provides guidance on pre-operative evaluation and optimization, intraoperative considerations like fluid management and choice of anesthetic drugs, and post-operative care including analgesia and monitoring of drug levels and renal function. The goal is to maintain renal perfusion and function while avoiding complications in these high-risk patients.
This document provides an overview of glomerulonephritis and associated diseases. It defines glomerulonephritis as inflammatory conditions involving the glomeruli. It discusses the pathogenesis, clinical presentation, screening, outcomes, definitions of common renal syndromes, and causes of nephrotic syndrome. It also provides detailed descriptions of specific glomerulonephritis types including minimal change disease, membranous glomerulonephritis, focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, IgA nephropathy, mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis, proliferative glomerulonephritis, diabetic nephropathy, crescentic glomerulonephritis, and glomerul
Topics Covered:
Basic kidney physiology (just enumeration).
Manifestations of renal impairment.
AKI vs. CRF , definitions, causes and their classifications (in brief) .
Clinical evaluation of a case of renal failure.
indications for renal replacement therapy.
Approach for real-Life patient with renal impairment: group-case discussion.
This document describes a case of acute liver failure in a 26-year-old male patient. It provides details of the patient's history, presenting symptoms of jaundice, abdominal pain and confusion. Physical exam findings include jaundice, enlarged liver and abnormal lab values including elevated liver enzymes and coagulopathy. The patient is diagnosed with acute liver failure secondary to anti-tuberculosis medications and hepatic encephalopathy.
This document discusses critical care aspects of chronic hepatic failure. It covers complications like variceal hemorrhage, refractory ascites, spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, and hepatic encephalopathy that often require ICU admission. It describes treatments for these complications including pharmacologic, endoscopic, radiologic, and surgical options. It also discusses management of portal hypertension, variceal bleeding, ascites, hepatic encephalopathy, and other issues related to caring for patients with chronic liver disease in the intensive care setting.
- A 19-year-old male student presented with pallor, easy fatigability, oliguria and a history of skin rash and joint pain diagnosed as systemic lupus erythematosus 8 years prior.
- His creatinine has gradually increased over the years and is now 11.2 mg/dl. He has been admitted for further investigation and management.
- A kidney biopsy showed lupus nephritis class IV with active lesions and chronic changes, consistent with his long history of lupus nephritis. He is being treated with steroids, immunosuppressants and other medications.
Management of a case of post kidney transplant finalAnil Kumar Majhi
This document discusses the management of patients who have undergone kidney transplantation. It outlines the risks these patients face such as rejection, infection, and toxicity from immunosuppressant drugs. It provides guidance on pre-operative evaluation and optimization, intraoperative considerations like fluid management and choice of anesthetic drugs, and post-operative care including analgesia and monitoring of drug levels and renal function. The goal is to maintain renal perfusion and function while avoiding complications in these high-risk patients.
This document provides an overview of glomerulonephritis and associated diseases. It defines glomerulonephritis as inflammatory conditions involving the glomeruli. It discusses the pathogenesis, clinical presentation, screening, outcomes, definitions of common renal syndromes, and causes of nephrotic syndrome. It also provides detailed descriptions of specific glomerulonephritis types including minimal change disease, membranous glomerulonephritis, focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, IgA nephropathy, mesangiocapillary glomerulonephritis, proliferative glomerulonephritis, diabetic nephropathy, crescentic glomerulonephritis, and glomerul
Topics Covered:
Basic kidney physiology (just enumeration).
Manifestations of renal impairment.
AKI vs. CRF , definitions, causes and their classifications (in brief) .
Clinical evaluation of a case of renal failure.
indications for renal replacement therapy.
Approach for real-Life patient with renal impairment: group-case discussion.
This document describes a case of acute liver failure in a 26-year-old male patient. It provides details of the patient's history, presenting symptoms of jaundice, abdominal pain and confusion. Physical exam findings include jaundice, enlarged liver and abnormal lab values including elevated liver enzymes and coagulopathy. The patient is diagnosed with acute liver failure secondary to anti-tuberculosis medications and hepatic encephalopathy.
This document discusses critical care aspects of chronic hepatic failure. It covers complications like variceal hemorrhage, refractory ascites, spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, and hepatic encephalopathy that often require ICU admission. It describes treatments for these complications including pharmacologic, endoscopic, radiologic, and surgical options. It also discusses management of portal hypertension, variceal bleeding, ascites, hepatic encephalopathy, and other issues related to caring for patients with chronic liver disease in the intensive care setting.
Chronic liver disease (CLD) can result from a wide range of causes like viral hepatitis, alcohol use, autoimmune conditions, and genetic disorders. Common complications of CLD include portal hypertension, which can lead to gastroesophageal varices and ascites. Ascites, the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, is diagnosed through physical examination, ultrasound, and abdominal paracentesis. Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis is a frequent complication of ascites and occurs when ascitic fluid becomes infected without an evident source. Treatment involves antibiotics and monitoring for circulatory dysfunction following paracentesis.
A 60-year-old female patient presented with fever, abdominal pain, and burning urination for 3 days. Medical history included diabetes and hypertension. Examination found anemia and pedal edema. Tests showed renal dysfunction and urinary tract infection. Imaging found bilateral hydroureteronephrosis. She was diagnosed with diabetic nephropathy, urinary tract infection, and chronic kidney disease. She was treated with antibiotics and underwent hemodialysis and stent placement. The document discusses renal complications of diabetes including nephropathy, papillary necrosis, and infections. It also covers evaluation and treatment of microalbuminuria.
This document provides an overview of chronic kidney disease (CKD) presented by Inusah Adams from Ternopil State Medical University in Ukraine. It defines CKD, discusses its etiology including common causes like diabetes and hypertension. It describes the pathophysiology involving nephron damage and activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. Clinical presentation ranges from asymptomatic in early stages to later symptoms of hypertension, anemia and neurological issues. Diagnosis involves assessing kidney function, urine tests and blood work. Treatment aims to control blood pressure and glucose, treat underlying causes, and prevent complications through diet, medication and renal replacement therapies like dialysis or transplant if indicated. Complications of CKD include an
This document discusses chronic kidney disease (CKD), including its classification based on glomerular filtration rate (GFR), clinical findings such as lab tests and imaging, complications, and management options. It recommends referring patients with stage 3-5 CKD to a nephrologist and considering admission for those with decompensation of CKD-related problems or those needing initiation of renal replacement therapy when unstable for outpatient care.
Hepato Renal Syndrome (HRS) is a form of kidney failure that occurs in patients with advanced chronic liver disease. It results from intense renal vasoconstriction caused by interactions between the systemic and portal circulatory systems. HRS has no underlying kidney pathology and typically develops spontaneously or in response to precipitating events like infections, bleeding, or large volume paracentesis. Diagnosis is based on criteria and HRS carries the worst prognosis of all liver disease complications. Treatment involves terlipressin and liver transplantation provides a definitive cure.
This document discusses chronic kidney disease (CKD). It defines CKD and notes that risk factors include diabetes, hypertension, glomerulonephritis, smoking, dyslipidemia, and obesity. These conditions can both initiate and promote progression of CKD by damaging kidney structures over time. The document outlines epidemiological data on CKD and provides details on how specific conditions like diabetes and hypertension increase CKD risk and progression. It also examines the role of proteinuria and other factors in contributing to declining kidney function in CKD patients.
Acute kidney injury (AKI) is the rapid loss of kidney function that can be caused by physical injury, infection, toxins, or decreased blood flow to the kidneys. AKI leads to cell damage and loss of renal function. Treatment focuses on correcting the underlying cause, controlling complications through fluid management and dialysis, and allowing the kidneys time to recover. Nursing care involves close monitoring for changes in urine output, fluid balance, and laboratory values to guide treatment and detect early signs of complications.
This document summarizes the history and physical examination findings of a 46-year-old man admitted to the hospital with fever, jaundice, abdominal distension, and edema. Notable findings included enlarged liver, ascites, anemia, and coagulopathy. Laboratory tests confirmed chronic liver disease and cirrhosis likely due to alcohol use. The patient was diagnosed with cirrhosis and treated with medications to manage ascites, coagulopathy, infections, and complications while abstaining from alcohol. He was referred to the liver unit for ongoing management.
This document provides an overview of pediatric nephrology topics including haematuria (blood in the urine), renal failure, proteinuria, urinary tract infections, and congenital anomalies. It discusses evaluation and causes of haematuria including glomerular diseases like post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. Acute and chronic renal failure are summarized along with their etiologies, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and management. Dialysis options for end-stage renal failure are also briefly covered.
Liver cirrhosis, Clinical Presentation, Complications and Treatment.DrSyedMansoorRashid
Liver cirrhosis and Its Complications.
For Undergraduates to know briefly about Liver Cirrhosis and its complications,
Some of data has been taken from other slides and Davidson book of Medicine, but references are not added to the slides.
Dr Syed Mansoor Rashid (Bukhari)
This document provides guidance on evaluating and differentiating between causes of acute kidney injury (AKI). It discusses the clinical evaluation of patients with AKI including assessing urgency, determining if the dysfunction is acute or chronic, and identifying potential causes. Diagnostic tests are outlined including lab values, imaging, and biomarkers to help determine if the AKI is prerenal, renal, or post-renal. Emerging urine and blood biomarkers such as neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) and kidney injury molecule-1 (KIM-1) that can rapidly and reliably detect early kidney injury are also summarized.
The document provides a historical overview and definitions of hepatorenal syndrome (HRS), which occurs in patients with liver disease and involves impaired renal function due to severe renal vasoconstriction. It discusses the pathogenesis of HRS, including increased circulating vasodilators, renal vasoconstrictor imbalance, and reduced cardiac output. Precipitating factors include bacterial infections and paracentesis. Treatment focuses on volume expansion, vasoconstrictor drugs, and TIPS to lower portal pressure.
Presentation by Dr. Mishal Saleem on the topic of Extra hepatic manifestation of hep C, which is a grey area nut very important topic for FCPS Residents.
A 58-year-old man presented with confusion following a head injury from a car accident. Tests revealed hyponatremia with low serum osmolality and high urine osmolality, consistent with SIADH (syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone). SIADH was likely caused by the head injury. The man was placed on fluid restriction and his sodium levels began to rise. He improved with treatment and was discharged when his sodium levels normalized.
Seminar presentation on AKI and CKD in pediatricsfasil wagnew
This document outlines a presentation on acute kidney injury (AKI) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). It begins with defining the objectives of the presentation, which are to define, identify causes, explain clinical features, identify diagnostics, describe treatments, and discuss nursing interventions for renal failure. It then covers definitions of AKI, epidemiology of AKI globally and in developing countries, etiologies of AKI including pre-renal, intrinsic renal and post-renal causes, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, diagnostic modalities, medical management including fluid maintenance, and complications of AKI.
Hepatic failure can be acute or chronic and results from the liver's inability to perform normal functions. Acute hepatic failure progresses rapidly over weeks while chronic failure occurs over months to years. Common causes include viral hepatitis, alcohol abuse, and cirrhosis. Complications include encephalopathy, coagulopathy, and multi-organ failure. Prognosis depends on the underlying cause and ranges from recovery with acute cases to death within weeks to months with chronic cases without transplantation.
This document discusses autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). It is characterized by multiple bilateral renal cysts and cysts in other organs caused by mutations in PKD1 and PKD2 genes. The proteins encoded by these genes, polycystin 1 and 2, are involved in maintaining renal tubule structure and calcium homeostasis. Disruption of their function leads to cyst formation through abnormal cell proliferation and fluid secretion. ADPKD causes kidney enlargement and failure but has a variable phenotype. Management involves blood pressure control, pain management, and treating complications like infections.
This document outlines an approach to renal diseases. It begins by listing common renal syndromes such as hematuria, proteinuria, nephrotic syndrome, nephritic syndrome, and acute/chronic renal failure. It then provides details on evaluating and differentiating each syndrome, including causes, diagnostic criteria, and key laboratory findings. Kidney biopsy indications are also outlined. The document aims to guide practitioners in diagnosing and classifying renal conditions based on presenting signs, symptoms and test results.
- Infections are a major cause of death for kidney transplant patients, accounting for around 15-20% of post-transplant mortality. The most common infections are cytomegalovirus (CMV) and Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP).
- CMV infection and disease are still frequent despite prophylaxis and preemptive treatment. PCP is now rare due to universal long-term prophylaxis. Bacterial pneumonia also occurs in around 5% of kidney transplant recipients and carries a high mortality risk, especially for nosocomial infections.
- Vaccination of transplant candidates and recipients is important for prevention of pneumonia. However, live vaccines should generally be avoided in transplant patients for the
Organ transplantation can restore organ function for patients with certain medical conditions. It is sometimes the only life-saving option. Key factors in transplantation include proper donor-recipient matching, immunosuppressive therapy to prevent rejection, and limiting risks from long-term immunosuppression like infection. Major transplant organs include kidney, heart, liver, lungs, and pancreas. Outcomes have improved due to advances in matching, immunosuppression, and surgery.
Chronic liver disease (CLD) can result from a wide range of causes like viral hepatitis, alcohol use, autoimmune conditions, and genetic disorders. Common complications of CLD include portal hypertension, which can lead to gastroesophageal varices and ascites. Ascites, the accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity, is diagnosed through physical examination, ultrasound, and abdominal paracentesis. Spontaneous bacterial peritonitis is a frequent complication of ascites and occurs when ascitic fluid becomes infected without an evident source. Treatment involves antibiotics and monitoring for circulatory dysfunction following paracentesis.
A 60-year-old female patient presented with fever, abdominal pain, and burning urination for 3 days. Medical history included diabetes and hypertension. Examination found anemia and pedal edema. Tests showed renal dysfunction and urinary tract infection. Imaging found bilateral hydroureteronephrosis. She was diagnosed with diabetic nephropathy, urinary tract infection, and chronic kidney disease. She was treated with antibiotics and underwent hemodialysis and stent placement. The document discusses renal complications of diabetes including nephropathy, papillary necrosis, and infections. It also covers evaluation and treatment of microalbuminuria.
This document provides an overview of chronic kidney disease (CKD) presented by Inusah Adams from Ternopil State Medical University in Ukraine. It defines CKD, discusses its etiology including common causes like diabetes and hypertension. It describes the pathophysiology involving nephron damage and activation of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. Clinical presentation ranges from asymptomatic in early stages to later symptoms of hypertension, anemia and neurological issues. Diagnosis involves assessing kidney function, urine tests and blood work. Treatment aims to control blood pressure and glucose, treat underlying causes, and prevent complications through diet, medication and renal replacement therapies like dialysis or transplant if indicated. Complications of CKD include an
This document discusses chronic kidney disease (CKD), including its classification based on glomerular filtration rate (GFR), clinical findings such as lab tests and imaging, complications, and management options. It recommends referring patients with stage 3-5 CKD to a nephrologist and considering admission for those with decompensation of CKD-related problems or those needing initiation of renal replacement therapy when unstable for outpatient care.
Hepato Renal Syndrome (HRS) is a form of kidney failure that occurs in patients with advanced chronic liver disease. It results from intense renal vasoconstriction caused by interactions between the systemic and portal circulatory systems. HRS has no underlying kidney pathology and typically develops spontaneously or in response to precipitating events like infections, bleeding, or large volume paracentesis. Diagnosis is based on criteria and HRS carries the worst prognosis of all liver disease complications. Treatment involves terlipressin and liver transplantation provides a definitive cure.
This document discusses chronic kidney disease (CKD). It defines CKD and notes that risk factors include diabetes, hypertension, glomerulonephritis, smoking, dyslipidemia, and obesity. These conditions can both initiate and promote progression of CKD by damaging kidney structures over time. The document outlines epidemiological data on CKD and provides details on how specific conditions like diabetes and hypertension increase CKD risk and progression. It also examines the role of proteinuria and other factors in contributing to declining kidney function in CKD patients.
Acute kidney injury (AKI) is the rapid loss of kidney function that can be caused by physical injury, infection, toxins, or decreased blood flow to the kidneys. AKI leads to cell damage and loss of renal function. Treatment focuses on correcting the underlying cause, controlling complications through fluid management and dialysis, and allowing the kidneys time to recover. Nursing care involves close monitoring for changes in urine output, fluid balance, and laboratory values to guide treatment and detect early signs of complications.
This document summarizes the history and physical examination findings of a 46-year-old man admitted to the hospital with fever, jaundice, abdominal distension, and edema. Notable findings included enlarged liver, ascites, anemia, and coagulopathy. Laboratory tests confirmed chronic liver disease and cirrhosis likely due to alcohol use. The patient was diagnosed with cirrhosis and treated with medications to manage ascites, coagulopathy, infections, and complications while abstaining from alcohol. He was referred to the liver unit for ongoing management.
This document provides an overview of pediatric nephrology topics including haematuria (blood in the urine), renal failure, proteinuria, urinary tract infections, and congenital anomalies. It discusses evaluation and causes of haematuria including glomerular diseases like post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis. Acute and chronic renal failure are summarized along with their etiologies, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and management. Dialysis options for end-stage renal failure are also briefly covered.
Liver cirrhosis, Clinical Presentation, Complications and Treatment.DrSyedMansoorRashid
Liver cirrhosis and Its Complications.
For Undergraduates to know briefly about Liver Cirrhosis and its complications,
Some of data has been taken from other slides and Davidson book of Medicine, but references are not added to the slides.
Dr Syed Mansoor Rashid (Bukhari)
This document provides guidance on evaluating and differentiating between causes of acute kidney injury (AKI). It discusses the clinical evaluation of patients with AKI including assessing urgency, determining if the dysfunction is acute or chronic, and identifying potential causes. Diagnostic tests are outlined including lab values, imaging, and biomarkers to help determine if the AKI is prerenal, renal, or post-renal. Emerging urine and blood biomarkers such as neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL) and kidney injury molecule-1 (KIM-1) that can rapidly and reliably detect early kidney injury are also summarized.
The document provides a historical overview and definitions of hepatorenal syndrome (HRS), which occurs in patients with liver disease and involves impaired renal function due to severe renal vasoconstriction. It discusses the pathogenesis of HRS, including increased circulating vasodilators, renal vasoconstrictor imbalance, and reduced cardiac output. Precipitating factors include bacterial infections and paracentesis. Treatment focuses on volume expansion, vasoconstrictor drugs, and TIPS to lower portal pressure.
Presentation by Dr. Mishal Saleem on the topic of Extra hepatic manifestation of hep C, which is a grey area nut very important topic for FCPS Residents.
A 58-year-old man presented with confusion following a head injury from a car accident. Tests revealed hyponatremia with low serum osmolality and high urine osmolality, consistent with SIADH (syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone). SIADH was likely caused by the head injury. The man was placed on fluid restriction and his sodium levels began to rise. He improved with treatment and was discharged when his sodium levels normalized.
Seminar presentation on AKI and CKD in pediatricsfasil wagnew
This document outlines a presentation on acute kidney injury (AKI) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). It begins with defining the objectives of the presentation, which are to define, identify causes, explain clinical features, identify diagnostics, describe treatments, and discuss nursing interventions for renal failure. It then covers definitions of AKI, epidemiology of AKI globally and in developing countries, etiologies of AKI including pre-renal, intrinsic renal and post-renal causes, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, diagnostic modalities, medical management including fluid maintenance, and complications of AKI.
Hepatic failure can be acute or chronic and results from the liver's inability to perform normal functions. Acute hepatic failure progresses rapidly over weeks while chronic failure occurs over months to years. Common causes include viral hepatitis, alcohol abuse, and cirrhosis. Complications include encephalopathy, coagulopathy, and multi-organ failure. Prognosis depends on the underlying cause and ranges from recovery with acute cases to death within weeks to months with chronic cases without transplantation.
This document discusses autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). It is characterized by multiple bilateral renal cysts and cysts in other organs caused by mutations in PKD1 and PKD2 genes. The proteins encoded by these genes, polycystin 1 and 2, are involved in maintaining renal tubule structure and calcium homeostasis. Disruption of their function leads to cyst formation through abnormal cell proliferation and fluid secretion. ADPKD causes kidney enlargement and failure but has a variable phenotype. Management involves blood pressure control, pain management, and treating complications like infections.
This document outlines an approach to renal diseases. It begins by listing common renal syndromes such as hematuria, proteinuria, nephrotic syndrome, nephritic syndrome, and acute/chronic renal failure. It then provides details on evaluating and differentiating each syndrome, including causes, diagnostic criteria, and key laboratory findings. Kidney biopsy indications are also outlined. The document aims to guide practitioners in diagnosing and classifying renal conditions based on presenting signs, symptoms and test results.
- Infections are a major cause of death for kidney transplant patients, accounting for around 15-20% of post-transplant mortality. The most common infections are cytomegalovirus (CMV) and Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP).
- CMV infection and disease are still frequent despite prophylaxis and preemptive treatment. PCP is now rare due to universal long-term prophylaxis. Bacterial pneumonia also occurs in around 5% of kidney transplant recipients and carries a high mortality risk, especially for nosocomial infections.
- Vaccination of transplant candidates and recipients is important for prevention of pneumonia. However, live vaccines should generally be avoided in transplant patients for the
Organ transplantation can restore organ function for patients with certain medical conditions. It is sometimes the only life-saving option. Key factors in transplantation include proper donor-recipient matching, immunosuppressive therapy to prevent rejection, and limiting risks from long-term immunosuppression like infection. Major transplant organs include kidney, heart, liver, lungs, and pancreas. Outcomes have improved due to advances in matching, immunosuppression, and surgery.
This document summarizes research on kidney transplantation between HIV-positive donors and recipients. A study in South Africa found that outcomes for 27 HIV-positive recipients of kidneys from 15 deceased HIV-positive donors were comparable to recipients of HIV-negative organs over 2-3 years. However, applying this approach in the U.S. may pose challenges due to higher rates of antiretroviral resistance and limited access to dialysis in South Africa altering risk-benefit calculations. While expanding access to transplant, ethics require caution given limited long-term outcomes data from HIV-positive donors.
This document summarizes guidelines for the management of febrile neutropenia. It describes definitions of fever and neutropenia and risk factors. Initial evaluation involves blood cultures, site-specific cultures as indicated, and monitoring. Risk is stratified using tools like the MASCC index. Prophylaxis includes hand hygiene, oral care, and sometimes antibiotics or antifungals. Empiric antibiotic therapy is recommended, with modifications based on risk and response. Therapy typically continues until resolution of fever and recovery of neutrophils. Empiric antifungals may be considered for persistent fever.
Kidney transplantation is generally safe and effective for treating end-stage renal disease in patients with cystinosis. Studies have shown good patient and graft survival rates comparable to or better than other transplant recipients. Outcomes have also improved over time, with lower acute rejection rates and higher graft function. However, lifelong cysteamine therapy is still needed after transplant to prevent systemic complications from cystine accumulation in other organs.
1) The study compared the efficacy of intravenous doxycycline, azithromycin, or a combination of both for treating severe scrub typhus in 777 patients across India.
2) It found that combination therapy was superior to monotherapy in reducing the primary composite outcome of death by day 28, persistent complications by day 7, and persistent fever by day 5.
3) Combination therapy was more effective at preventing and resolving severe complications involving the respiratory, renal, hepatic and central nervous systems when compared to either antibiotic alone.
Febrile neutropenia by DR saqib ahmad shah PG radiation oncology SKIMS KASHMIRDR Saqib Shah
This document discusses granulopoiesis, neutrophils, and neutropenia. It defines neutropenia as an abnormally low level of neutrophils in the bloodstream. Severe neutropenia, when neutrophil counts drop below 500 cells/mm3, can lead to life-threatening infections. The document outlines risk factors for infections in neutropenic cancer patients and describes the evaluation and treatment of febrile neutropenia, including assessing patient risk level to determine treatment approach.
HIV Transplant Case Report, Transplant Outcomes in Clinical Trials, and Organ Availability in High Risk Donors
Katya Prakash
03/15/2019
UCSD HIV & Global Health Rounds
Prevalence of Urinary Tract Infection among Patients with Diabetes Melitus in...MCMScience
Background: & Objectives: Urinary tract infection is one of the most commonly occurring infections among the patients with diabetes mellitus.
Methods This investigation was based to evaluate the incidence of UTI in patients with DM. Between January, 2013 to November, 1000 diabetic urine samples were collected. All urine samples were processed in the lab following standard laboratory protocol.
Results: A total of 25 UTI organisms were isolated from 361 urine samples collected from the diabetic patients attending the Department of Emergency, University Hospital Center "Mother Theresa” (QSUT) from. The incidence of UTI was recorded to 36.1%. Escherichia coli (54%) was found to be the major cause of UTI. About 5 different types of organisms isolated from the UTI samples were randomly chosen to test against the UTI antibiotics.
Interpretation & Conclusion: The antibiotic susceptibility pattern revealed that ciprofloxacin and nitrofurantoin were most effective to e.coli 79.6%, and 89.4%. These data may be used to determine trends in antimicrobial susceptibilities, to formulate local antibiotic policies and to assist clinicians in the choice of antibiotic therapy to prevent misuse, or overuse of antibiotics.
Key Words: Diabetes mellitus (DM), Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Bacteria, antimicrobial resistance
1) Filgrastim treatment, either daily or intermittent dosing, significantly reduced the incidence of severe neutropenia or death in patients with advanced HIV compared to controls.
2) Filgrastim-treated patients developed fewer bacterial infections, required less hospitalization and intravenous antibiotics than control patients.
3) Filgrastim was found to be safe and well-tolerated, with no increase in HIV viral load or unexpected adverse events.
This document summarizes key information about hepatitis C virus (HCV) epidemiology. It discusses:
1) HCV is a bloodborne virus that commonly causes chronic liver disease. It has six major genotypes that predict treatment outcomes.
2) HCV has a worldwide prevalence of 170-200 million carriers. The highest prevalence is in Egypt, while the US has an estimated 2.7 million carriers. In Iran, genotypes 1a and 3a are most common.
3) HCV transmission occurs primarily through injection drug use and, historically, blood transfusions. Occupational and perinatal transmission are less common. Prevention focuses on screening blood and injection safety.
This document discusses various difficult-to-treat groups for hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection, including:
1. Acute HCV cases can often clear spontaneously, so treatment can be delayed up to 24 weeks to allow for this. Treatment of acute HCV achieves success rates over 80%.
2. Patients with thalassemia or sickle cell disease require careful monitoring and management by hematology and hepatology specialists during HCV treatment due to risks of anemia and other complications.
3. Morbidly obese HCV patients and those with psychiatric comorbidities present challenges for treatment and require multidisciplinary care and monitoring to successfully complete therapy.
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) was identified in the 1970s and can lead to chronic liver disease. Globally, an estimated 71 million people have chronic HCV infection. In India, the prevalence is estimated between 0.5-1.5% with genotype 3 being most common. HCV is transmitted through blood and blood products, unsafe medical injections, and from mother to child. Most infections become chronic, potentially leading to cirrhosis or liver cancer over time. Screening and treatment have advanced significantly in recent decades to help eliminate HCV transmission through blood and cure chronic infections.
This document provides information about Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) for treating HIV. It discusses the history and development of HAART, which involves using multiple antiretroviral drugs together to suppress the virus. Early combinations included two nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors with a protease inhibitor. The goals of ART are to prolong life, improve quality of life, and reduce viral load and transmission risk while maintaining treatment options. Guidelines recommend starting ART for all individuals to reduce disease progression.
Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) involves using a combination of at least three antiretroviral drugs to suppress the HIV virus and stop the progression of HIV disease. HAART decreases the viral load, improves immune function, and prevents opportunistic infections. The goals of HAART are to prolong life, improve quality of life, maximize viral suppression, and reconstitute the immune system. Current guidelines recommend starting HAART for all HIV patients regardless of CD4 count. Proper counseling, adherence, monitoring, and management of side effects are important for the success of HAART.
Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) involves using a combination of at least three antiretroviral drugs to suppress the HIV virus and stop the progression of HIV disease. HAART decreases the viral load, improves immune function, and prevents opportunistic infections. The goals of HAART are to prolong life, improve quality of life, achieve maximal viral suppression, restore immune function, reduce HIV transmission, and rationally sequence drugs to limit toxicity while maintaining treatment options. Current guidelines recommend starting ART for all individuals regardless of CD4 count. Second line regimens are recommended when clinical or immunological failure occurs on first line therapy. Managing adverse events and comorbidities like hepatitis co-infection is also
This document summarizes results from a study of 148 patients initiating quadruple antiretroviral therapy during primary HIV-1 infection. By week 48 of treatment, 36% of patients had stopped treatment or were lost to follow-up. Among the 115 patients still in follow-up, viral loads decreased by a median of 5.4 log copies/mL and CD4 counts increased by a median of 147 cells/mm3. 84.2% of patients had viral loads ≤50 copies/mL and lower baseline CD8+/CD38++ T cell counts and cell-associated DNA levels predicted achieving viral loads ≤3 copies/mL. 83 patients experienced serious adverse events. The study demonstrates significant antiviral activity and immune reconstit
Management of drug resistant tb patientsBassem Matta
This study evaluated the treatment outcomes of the first cohort of 168 multi-drug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) patients treated in Egypt. Of these, 65 patients completed treatment. Factors associated with treatment success included younger age, nonsmoking status, no history of previous second-line drug use, less lung tissue destruction on x-rays, and sputum culture conversion within 3 months of starting treatment. The treatment success rate was 68% with failure, default and mortality rates of 9%, 6% and 17% respectively. Recommendations include decreasing unnecessary second-line drug use and ensuring direct observation of treatment for all MDR-TB patients.
Review on urinary tract infections in renal transplant recipientspharmaindexing
This document discusses urinary tract infections in renal transplant recipients. It notes that urinary tract infections are the most common bacterial infection, occurring in 28-90% of recipients after hospital discharge. Common pathogens include enterococci, staphylococci, P. aeruginosa, and enteric gram-negative bacteria. Prophylaxis with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole or ciprofloxacin can reduce the risk of urinary tract infections and bacteremia. Antibiotic selection should cover both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.
Our backs are like superheroes, holding us up and helping us move around. But sometimes, even superheroes can get hurt. That’s where slip discs come in.
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Muktapishti is a traditional Ayurvedic preparation made from Shoditha Mukta (Purified Pearl), is believed to help regulate thyroid function and reduce symptoms of hyperthyroidism due to its cooling and balancing properties. Clinical evidence on its efficacy remains limited, necessitating further research to validate its therapeutic benefits.
Does Over-Masturbation Contribute to Chronic Prostatitis.pptxwalterHu5
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Journal club 2017
1. Journal Club
HIV-Positive–to–HIV-Positive Kidney
Transplantation — Results at 3 to 5 Years
Dr. Chaudhary Muhammad Junaid Nazar
MBBS,MPH(UK),FRSFPH(UK),MD INTERNAL MEDICINE(UK), FWAMS,MSC Nephrology(UK)
Nephrologist/Public Health Practitioner
Shifa International Hospital, Pakistan
2. Introduction
• South Africa has one of the highest incidences of human immunodeficiency virus
(HIV) infection in Africa. The rollout of antiretroviral therapy (ART) in South Africa has
been tremendously successful in extending the lives of HIV-infected persons.
• The rates of disease progression and death in the population of HIV-positive patients
with chronic kidney disease can be modified by ART, which reduces the risk of
advanced chronic kidney disease among patients with HIV-associated nephropathy
by approximately 60%.
• It has been estimated that the prevalence of chronic kidney disease among HIV-
infected patients receiving treatment is between 8% and 22%4-7; among untreated
patients, it is estimated to be between 20% and 27%.8,9 Confronted with a high
burden of HIV disease and limited resources, South Africa faces considerable
challenges in providing renal-replacement therapy for the large numbers of HIV-
infected persons in whom chronic kidney disease will develop during their lifetime.
3. • State-funded renal-replacement programs in South Africa have limited resources. Previous
reports showing that outcomes in HIV-infected recipients who have received a transplant
are equivalent to those in other high-risk candidates argued strongly for HIV-infected
patients to be considered as candidates for renal-replacement therapy.
• In 2008, in response to the clinical need of our patients and to the fact that HIV infection
was considered to be a contraindication to acceptance for dialysis treatment or receipt of a
kidney from an HIV-seronegative donor, we performed four renal transplantations in HIV-
positive recipients using kidneys from HIV-infected donors. The preliminary results from
that study showed 100% graft survival and patient survival at 1 year.12 We now present the
5-year follow-up for these patients and for additional recipients in the HIV-positive–to–HIV-
positive renal transplantation program at Groote Schuur Hospital, Cape Town.
4. Study Design
• We conducted a prospective, nonrandomized study of kidney
transplantation in HIV-infected patients who had a CD4T-cell
count of 200 per cubic millimeter or higher and an undetectable
plasma HIV RNA level. All the patients were receiving antiretroviral
therapy (ART).The patients received kidneys from deceased
donors who tested positive for HIV with the use of fourth-
generation enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay at the time of
referral. All the donors either had received no ART previously or
had received only first-line ART.
5. Donors Selection
Inclusion
1. All HIV-infected deceased donors who were referred to the transplantation unit at Groote
Schuur Hospital from September 2008 through February 2014 were included in the study.
2. HIV infection was confirmed by means of a fourth-generation enzyme-linked
immunosorbent assay (Abbott).
3. Eligible donors either had not received ART or had been receiving first-line treatment and
had an undetectable plasma HIV RNA viral load (<50 copies per milliliter). All donor
kidneys were biopsied at the time of implantation
Exclusion criteria
1 Severe sepsis, active tuberculosis,
2 World Health Organization stage 4 HIV disease
3 No living donors who were HIV positive were included.
6. Recipients
Inclusion
1. Recipeints who had been receiving ART for at least 3 months,
2. Had a CD4T-cell count of 200 per cubic millimeter or higher,
3. Had an undetectable plasma HIV RNA viral load.
Exclusion
1. Patients with a history of any opportunistic infection that
suggested a diagnosis ofAIDS were excluded.
Patients with a history of drug-sensitive tuberculosis were included
only after completing a minimum of 6 months of treatment.
7. Immunosuppression
• The immunosuppression protocol
1. included antibody induction therapy with rabbit antithymocyte globulin
(eitherThymoglobuline [Sanofi], at a dose of 1.5 mg per kilogram of body
weight per day for 5 to 7 days, or ATG [Fresenius], at a dose of 2 mg per
kilogram per day for 5 to 7 days).
• Maintenance immunosuppression therapy
1. that was started on day 0 included prednisone at a dose of 30 mg per day,
tapered to 5 mg per day over the first 3 months after transplantation,
2. mycophenolate mofetil at a dose of 1 g every 12 hours, and tacrolimus,
which was started at 0.2 mg per kilogram, with the dose adjusted to
maintain trough levels between 6 and 8 ng per milliliter.All drugs were
purchased at full cost.
8. AntiretroviralTherapy
• Initially, patients who were receiving nonnucleoside reverse-
transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI)–based first-lineART were switched
to a boosted protease inhibitor–based regimen at the time of
transplantation to increase the likelihood that donor-virus
replication would be suppressed by the recipient's ART regimen
and to lower the costs of immunosuppressive therapy by taking
advantage of the inhibitory effect of ritonavir on calcineurin-
inhibitor metabolism.
• After concerns were raised regarding calcineurin-inhibitor toxicity
as a cause of graft dysfunction, recipients continued to receive their
pretransplantationART regimen
9. Prophylaxis for Opportunistic
Infections
1. Prophylaxis for opportunistic infections included lifelong
therapy with trimethoprim–sulfamethoxazole, at a daily
dose of 80 mg of trimethoprim and 400 mg of
sulfamethoxazole, to prevent pneumocystis pneumonia
2. Isoniazid, at a dose of 300 mg once daily, to prevent
Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection.
3. Valganciclovir, at a dose of 900 mg daily (adjusted according
to renal function), was administered for the first 3 months to
prevent cytomegalovirus reactivation.
10. Clinical Protocol
Statistical Analysis
1. Estimates of patient survival, graft survival, and allograft rejection were calculated with the use
of the Kaplan–Meier method.
2. Associated 95% confidence intervals were calculated with the use of Greenwood's formula.
3. The analysis of graft survival followed individual kidney transplants until graft failure occurred. If
a patient died with a functioning graft, the calculation was done as if the graft had survived.
11. Results
Donors
During the study period, a total of 23 HIV-infected potential donors (22 persons who were
brain-dead and 1 after circulatory death) were referred to the transplantation unit at the
Groote Schuur Hospital.
A total of 6 potential donors were excluded because of opportunistic infection, presence
of proteinuria, or tuberculosis.Two potential donors were excluded because they
presented during the period in 2009 when program was stopped for review by the
University of CapeTown research ethics committee.
The median age of the donors was 30 years (interquartile range, 23 to 36). A total of 13
donors had died as a result of trauma, 1 from an overdose, and 1 from a subarachnoid
hemorrhage. Only 1 donor had been receiving ART (NNRTI-based first-line therapy); all
the other donors in the study had not received ART previously.
12. Recipients
The baseline characteristics of the 27 recipients are shown inTable 1
Characteristics of HIV-Positive Kidney-Transplant Recipients at Baseline.
Survivors were followed for a median of 2.4 years.
The median age of the recipients was 41 years (interquartile range, 34 to 46), and nearly
all were ethnically African.
HIV-associated nephropathy was the predominant cause of chronic kidney disease.
The median CD4T-cell count at the time of transplantation was 288 cells per cubic
millimeter (interquartile range, 236 to 511).
The percentage of recipients with hepatitis B virus coinfection mirrored the
seroprevalence of hepatitis B virus in the general population. A total of 16 patients were
receiving NNRTI-based regimens, and 11 were receiving protease inhibitor–based ART.
13.
14. Progression of HIV Disease
CD4T-Cell Counts
The median CD4T-cell count decreased to 179 per cubic millimeter (interquartile range, 141 to 310) in the first year after
transplantation, as would be expected with induction therapy.There was a slow increase in theCD4T-cell count, with a median of 386
cells per cubic millimeter (interquartile range, 307 to 484) at 3 years in the nine patients who reached this stage.
Viral Load
All the recipients in the study were receiving suppressive ART before surgery, with a plasma viral load of less than 50 copies per milliliter.
The HIV viral load remained suppressed during the follow-up period in all the recipients.
Histologic Findings
In three patients, routine renal biopsies revealed changes typical of early HIV-associated nephropathy that had not been present in the baseline
biopsy specimens. Prominent epithelial cells and protein reabsorption granules within the podocytes, as well as central mesangial sclerosis and
increased cells in the mesangium, were noted. None of these patients had clinically significant renal impairment or clinically significant proteinuria,
and none required dialysis.
Infection and Hospitalization
Episodes of infection that responded to treatment but required hospitalization included six episodes of urinary trace of infection in
three patients (Patients 3, 12, and 16), osteomyelitis (Patient 1), respiratory infection (Patient 3), gastroenteritis (Patients 3, 16, 23, and
25), meningitis (Patient 3), and extrapulmonary tuberculosis (Patient 10).Three patients had infectious complications that led to death
— pancreatitis (E. coli and pseudomonas species identified on blood culture in Patient 22), urinary tract infection complicated by
carbapenem-resistant K. pneumoniae sepsis (Patient 24), and rapidly progressive, invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (Patient 19).
15. Pharmacologic Interactions
The type of ART regimen had a considerable effect on the tacrolimus
dosing. The median tacrolimus dose required to maintain a trough
level of 6.0 to 8.0 mg per milliliter was 0.5 mg every 7 to 10 days in
patients receiving a protease inhibitor–based regimen, as compared
with 8.5 mg (interquartile range, 7.0 to 11.0) every 12 hours in
patients receiving an NNRTI-based regimen.
The side effects of tacrolimus were more pronounced in patients
receiving a protease inhibitor–based regimen, five of whom had
evidence on renal biopsy of calcineurin-inhibitor toxicity.
16. Allograft Rejection
Eight episodes of biopsy-confirmed acute rejection occurred in five
patients. Rejection rates were 8% at 1 year and 22% at 3 years.
Six of the eight episodes of acute rejection were successfully reversed
either by treatment with glucocorticoids or rabbit antithymocyte globulin
(ATG orThymoglobuline) or by means of plasmapheresis.
Two recipients had graft failure — the first at 1 week after transplantation
owing to acute severe antibody-mediated rejection, and the second after 2
years, with the graft showing features of chronic scarring and fibrosis.
17. Patient and Graft Survival
Two of the 27 patients had delayed graft function and required
dialysis during the first week after the transplantation: 1 patient
had graft failure owing to venous thrombosis on day 1, and the
second patient had acute severe antibody-mediated rejection,
refractory to plasmapheresis, which necessitated removal of the
graft after 2 weeks.
The remaining 25 patients had well-functioning grafts at the end of
the first year.The median serum creatinine level at 1 year was 111.5
μmol per liter (1.3 mg per deciliter; interquartile range, 102.5 to
117.0 μmol per liter [1.2 to 1.3 mg per deciliter]).
18.
19. • Five patients died after transplantation, despite a functioning graft. One patient died of
sepsis and acute pancreatitis within 1 month after transplantation.
• Escherichia coli and pseudomonas species were identified from the blood culture. A
duodenal perforation was found at the postmortem examination.
• A second patient died of a myocardial infarction 6 months after transplantation. Two
patients died of infection during the first year after transplantation.
• One patient had recurrent gram-negative septicemia due to recurrent urinary tract
infections and died in the hospital after he was infected by a nosocomial pathogen (a
carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae was identified on blood culture).The second
patient had rapidly progressive, invasive pulmonary aspergillosis. Surgical resection was
attempted, but the patient's condition did not improve, and the patient died during the
same admission.The fifth patient died of pulmonary squamous-cell carcinoma 5 years
after transplantatio
20. Allograft Rejection
Eight episodes of biopsy-confirmed acute rejection occurred in five
patients
Rejection Episodes afterTransplantation.
Rejection rates were 8% at 1 year and 22% at 3 years. Six of the eight
episodes of acute rejection were successfully reversed either by
treatment with glucocorticoids or rabbit antithymocyte globulin (ATG
orThymoglobuline) or by means of plasmapheresis.Two recipients had
graft failure — the first at 1 week after transplantation owing to acute
severe antibody-mediated rejection, and the second after 2 years, with
the graft showing features of chronic scarring and fibrosis.
21.
22. DISCUSSION
• This study showed the medium-term follow-up of renal transplantation from an HIV-
positive donor to an HIV-positive recipient. The cumulative rates of patient survival, 84% at
1 year and 74% at 5 years, and the cumulative rates of graft survival, 93% at 1 year and 84%
at 5 years, compare favorably with reported outcomes in HIV-positive patients who received
kidneys from HIV-negative donors.
• The proposal to perform transplantations from an HIV-positive donor to an HIV-positive
recipient raised several ethical issues, the first being the validity of the informed consent.
When the program commenced in 2008, these patients did not have an alternative option,
because they had been denied access to dialysis.
• Therefore, the choice was between an experimental, unproven procedure and death. Even
though HIV-positive patients became eligible for dialysis after the first year of the study,
dialysis is still a very limited resource, and many patients with stage 5 chronic kidney
disease, regardless of HIV status, do not qualify.
23. • Another major concern was the risk of transmission of a new and possibly resistant strain of HIV
from donor to recipient. Previous reports on the outcomes in HIV-positive patients with
superinfection transmitted through sexual intercourse have yielded conflicting results, owing in
part to methodologic difficulties.15,16The patients in our study did not have any increase in
plasma viral load, and viral levels remained undetectable after transplantation. Detailed viral
sequencing in this group of patients is being undertaken currently.
• The appearance in the postoperative biopsy specimens of early changes related to HIV-associated
nephropathy that were not present in the baseline biopsy specimens was of some concern.
Findings from a recent study showed the presence of HIV type 1 in podocytes and tubular cells
after transplantation of a kidney from an HIV-negative donor into an HIV-positive recipient.17
Infection in podocytes was associated with a faster decline in graft function than infection in
tubular cells, possibly related to poorer glomerular filtration rates.
24. • in SouthAfrica, transmitted resistance to first-line antiretroviral drugs is low
(approximately 5% of HIV-infected persons).18-22 Most patients who do not have a
response to second-line ART do not have a response because of nonadherence to
therapy, and 67% have wild-type virus on genotyping.23,24All the donors in this study
had not received ART previously or had received first-line treatment with no known
virologic evidence that would suggest resistance, although genotyping was not
performed.
• The interaction between antiretroviral drugs and immunosuppressants introduced
several challenges. Ritonavir, an inhibitor of the cytochrome P-450 enzyme system,
decreases the metabolism of tacrolimus by competing with it for the cytochrome P-
450 enzyme–binding site, resulting in an increase by a factor of 5 in the area under the
curve and a decrease of more than 80% in the clearance of tacrolimus.
25. • The patients receiving this drug combination required minimal doses of tacrolimus
every 7 to 10 days to maintain adequate levels. In contrast, the NNRTIs, efavirenz and
nevirapine, induce the cytochrome P-450 enzyme system, which increases the
metabolism of tacrolimus, necessitating much higher doses (median, 8.5 mg twice
daily) to maintain adequate levels.
Both types of therapies have cost implications because there is a substantial cost saving
with the former.The patients who received the inhibitors of the cytochrome P-450 enzyme
had a higher incidence of calcineurin-inhibitor nephrotoxic effects, as observed on biopsy,
than did the patients who received NNRTIs.Therefore, a decision was made after the first
2 years of the study not to switch patients routinely to protease inhibitors after
transplantation if the patients were to be switched only in the interest of cost.
26. • Rejection rates among HIV-positive recipients have been reported to be
approximately 3 times as high as those among HIV-negative recipients.14
The reason for this is still unknown, but two hypotheses have been
proposed.The first is immune dysregulation, and the second is the
challenge of managing the drug interactions between the antiretroviral
agents and immunosuppressants.27Owing to the very high risk of
rejection, all the patients in this study received induction therapy with
anti–T-cell antibody and maintenance immunosuppression with
tacrolimus, mycophenolate mofetil, and glucocorticoids. Despite this
potent immunosuppressive regimen, five patients (19%) had an acute
rejection episode.
27. • All the patients had CD4T-cell counts of more than 200 per cubic millimeter
at the time of transplantation.The marked decrease in CD4T-cell levels
during the first year after transplantation was probably related to induction
therapy with anti–T-cell antibody; this hypothesis is supported by the fact
that all the patients had an increase in the CD4T-cell count after the first year.
Opportunistic infection remains a major cause of complications and death in
patients who have received a transplant.28 Surprisingly few opportunistic
infections were documented during the first year of follow-up, when CD4T-
cell counts were at their lowest.We do not report here on the outcome of two
different HIV strains in the recipient, because viral sequencing was not
available from the start of the study.
28. conclusion
our study showed that kidneys from HIV-positive
deceased donors can be transplanted into carefully
selected HIV-positive recipients, with the
expectation that the outcome would be similar to
that observed in kidney-transplantation programs
involving high-risk patients without HIV infection.