Graft Rejection

For recipients with HIV, early steroid withdrawal was associated with increased odds of acute graft rejection 1 year after kidney transplantation, according to research presented at the American Transplant Congress.

PHILADELPHIA — A history of contralateral penetrating keratoplasty is associated with an increased risk for second eye graft rejection, according to a study presented at the Wills Eye Conference.

The economic burden of kidney graft failure in the United States impacts patient survival and quality of life, and causes an increase in incremental health care spending, according to a published study.

A risk prediction score — made up of eight prognostic factors — demonstrated accuracy in determining allograft failure after kidney transplantation.

PARIS — Combined assessment of specular microscopy and Scheimpflug imaging could aid in detecting eyes at risk for graft rejection following Descemet’s membrane endothelial keratoplasty, according to a study presented here.

In response to data published by the FDA and the American Society of Hospital Pharmacists regarding shortages of a drug used to prevent rejection after organ transplantation, alternative options for the continuation of treatment have been provided.