Renal transplant Flashcards
1
Q
Major barriers to successful transplantation
A
Species differences
Blood group antigens
HLA antibodies
2
Q
Minor barriers to succesful transplantation
A
Degree of HLA matching Donor characteristic Recipient characteristic CIT Donor type
3
Q
Are HLA antibodies naturally occuring
A
Nah
4
Q
What sensitising events can occur to produce HLA antibodies
A
Pregnanies
Blood products
Previous transplants
5
Q
Options for non compatible transplants
A
ABOi (+)ve DXM Or a combination of both Plasma exchange IVIg
6
Q
Two types of deceased
A
Heart beating (donation after brain dead) Non heart beating
