Transient hyperphosphatasemia after organ transplantation in children

Pediatr Transplant. 2002 Aug;6(4):308-12. doi: 10.1034/j.1399-3046.2002.02016.x.

Abstract

Transient, isolated hyperphosphatasemia is a rare, benign condition of childhood. Few cases have been described in transplant patients. We report six cases: three after liver transplantation and three after kidney transplantation. Such a phenomenon was found to be as benign after organ transplantation as it is in healthy children. Hence, an isolated increase in the serum alkaline phosphatase level following transplantation should not be of concern in this population of patients.

MeSH terms

  • Alkaline Phosphatase / blood*
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Kidney Transplantation*
  • Liver Transplantation*
  • Male
  • Postoperative Complications
  • Retrospective Studies

Substances

  • Alkaline Phosphatase