Renal Transplant Reactions Flashcards
1
Q
hyperacute rejection
A
occurs within minutes-hours
management:
remove graft
2
Q
acute graft rejection
A
< 6 months
asymptomatic and is picked up by a rising creatinine, pyuria and proteinuria
managed with steroids
3
Q
chronic graft rejection
A
> 6 months
4
Q
what is the most common viral infection in organ transplants
A
cytomegalovirus