Post-transplant Monoclonal Gammopathy of Renal Significance: A Case Series

Transplant Proc. 2020 Apr;52(3):857-864. doi: 10.1016/j.transproceed.2019.12.040. Epub 2020 Mar 3.

Abstract

Monoclonal gammopathy of renal significance (MGRS) is a new concept with evolving evidence for treatment. MGRS in the transplant kidney is a rare cause of renal transplant dysfunction that can lead to graft loss. Most cases of post-transplant MGRS are due to recurrent disease. Clone-specific chemotherapy is required to target the underlying clone, and this may improve graft survival; however, this can be challenging, as most patients are elderly with age-related comorbidities and may have complications associated with increasing immunosuppression. Here, we report 3 cases of renal allograft MGRS, and each case highlights different challenges in the diagnosis and management of this condition.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Kidney / immunology
  • Kidney Diseases / etiology*
  • Kidney Diseases / immunology
  • Kidney Transplantation / adverse effects*
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Paraproteinemias / etiology*
  • Paraproteinemias / immunology
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology*
  • Postoperative Complications / immunology