| dc.description.abstract | Kidney transplant recipients require unique medical care that includes attention not only
to the function of the transplant itself, but also to common medical problems that are more prevalent,
more atypical, and more severe in presentation than in the general population. Due to the successes
of kidney transplantation, the estimated additional life-years gained from renal transplantation vary
from 8 to 31 years. During the early phase, prevention of acute rejection and infection are the priority.
After around 3–6 months, the priorities change to preservation of transplant function and avoiding
the long-term complications of immunosuppressive medication (the medication used to suppress the
immune system to prevent rejection). The potential complications discussed include heart disease,
infection, cancer, bone disease and blood disorders. There is also a section on contraception and
reproductive issues. In conclusion, the most important management of post kidney transplantation is
prevention of acute rejection and opportunistic infections. Prognosis of kidney transplant recipient
will worsen if both of the conditions mentioned occur. | en_US |
