The Value of Machine Perfusion Perfusate Biomarkers for Predicting Kidney Transplant Outcome

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Authors

Cyril Moers · University Medical Center Groningen

Oana C. Varnav · University of Groningen

Ernest van Heurn · Maastricht University Medical Centre

Ina Jochmans

Günter R. Kirste · German Organ Transplantation Foundation

Axel Rahmel · Eurotransplant

Henri G. D. Leuvenink · University Medical Center Groningen

Abstract

Increased GST, NAG, or H-FABP concentrations during MP are an indication to adjust posttransplant recipient management. However, this study shows for the first time that perfusate biomarker measurements should not lead to kidney discard.

Topics & Keywords

Organ Transplantation Techniques and Outcomes Renal Transplantation Outcomes and Treatments Liver Disease and Transplantation

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Transplantation

Volume 90, Issue 9, pp. 966-973

DOI: 10.1097/tp.0b013e3181f5c40c

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