Use of a pelvic kidney for living transplantation: case report and review of the literature

Am J Transplant. 2003 Feb;3(2):235-8. doi: 10.1034/j.1600-6143.2003.00046.x.

Abstract

Pelvic kidneys have anomalous vascular supplies and collecting systems. Therefore, careful radiologic and functional evaluation of these kidneys must be performed prior to procurement for transplantation. We report the successful use of a pelvic kidney for living-related transplantation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Immunosuppression Therapy / methods
  • Kidney / abnormalities*
  • Kidney Failure, Chronic / surgery*
  • Kidney Transplantation / methods*
  • Living Donors*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Nephrectomy / methods
  • Treatment Outcome