NEERUTRANSPLANTAADI KONTROLL JA VÕIMALIKE KOMPLIKATSIOONIDE KINDLAKSTEGEMINE ULTRAHELIS Evaluation of renal transplant and identification of potential complications by ultrasound Triin Säre, Katrin Kressel Tartu Tervishoiu Kõrgkool Abstract The purpose of this study is to describe the complications of renal transplantation and to identify the main problems in detecting complications using ultrasound. As the number of kidney transplantations is rising, more patients with renal allograft are expected to receive follow-up ultrasound exams, especially for identifying potential complications. The research aims to increase awareness of the various post-transplant complications and the complexity of ultrasound diagnosis in order to reduce false positive and false negative results. The complications of renal transplantation can be parenchymal, urinary or vascular complications, fluid accumulation around the graft, increased risk of renal stone formation due to hypercalcemia and there is also a greater risk of tumor onset due to the immunosuppressive treatment. This study describes normal renal allograft and complications of renal transplantation on ultrasound. The study also identifies the most fundamental problems that occur distinguishing renal allograft complications on ultrasound exam. The study has a practical value and can serve as learning material for ultrasonographers in their daily work. Key words: renal transplantation, complication, ultrasound
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