Title of article :
Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis and Kidney Transplantation
Author/Authors :
Gheith, Osama Mansoura University - Urology and Nephrology Center, Egypt , Hassan, Rashad Mansoura University - Urology and Nephrology Center, Egypt
Abstract :
The recurrence rate of focal segmental glomerulosclerosis after kidney transplantation is ranging between 20% and 40%. Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis is associated with poor graft survival. In this review, the etiology, pathogenesis, clinicopathological features, risk factors of recurrence, and updated lines of management are discussed.
Keywords :
focal segmental glomerulosclerosis , kidney transplantation , allograft failure
Journal title :
Iranian Journal of Kidney Diseases (IJKD)
Journal title :
Iranian Journal of Kidney Diseases (IJKD)
