Tixagevimab-Cilgavimab Effective for COVID-19 Prophylaxis in KTRs
The monoclonal antibody combination retained a neutralizing activity against the Omicron variants BA.1, and BA.2 in kidney transplant recipients.
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Pediatric Kidney Transplant Rate Lower at For-Profit Dialysis Facilities
Dialysis facility profit status was associated with longer time to waitlisting and kidney transplantation, investigators reported.
Fractures After Kidney Transplantation Tied With Poor Survival
Clinicians need to individualize immunosuppressive regimens to balance the efficacy of immunosuppression to prevent graft rejection against the need to reduce fracture and infection risks after kidney transplantation, according to investigators.
Tacrolimus Variability Explored in Peds Kidney Transplant Recipients
Patients with high tacrolimus intrapatient variability had increased risk for de novo donor-specific antibody formation
Cold Ischemia Time Influences Kidney Offer Acceptance
Anticipation of longer cold ischemia times may contribute to kidney discard, according to investigators.
Dexmedetomidine May Prevent Delayed Graft Function After Kidney Transplantation
Dexmedetomidine may be renoprotective by reducing ischemia-reperfusion injury, according to the investigators.
COVID-19 Mortality Risk Factors in Kidney Transplant Recipients Identified
Coinfection increased mortality risk among kidney transplant recipients with COVID-19, a study found.
Paxlovid Use for COVID-19 May Be Feasible in Advanced CKD
Nirmatrelvir/ritonavir is not current recommended for patients with CKD stage 4 or 5, but low-dose regimens could avoid adverse events, according to the authors of a recent editorial.
Immunocompromised Hospitalized With COVID-19 Have Poor Outcomes
Immunocompromised patients have increased odds of ICU admission, in-hospital death, regardless of vaccination status
Normocalcemic Hyperparathyroidism Predicts Kidney Graft Loss
Treatment of elevated parathyroid hormone levels prior to kidney transplantation should be considered, according to investigators.
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