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Variability in Pediatric Transplant Center Immunosuppression Practices Impact Rejection Rates

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Vikram Raghu, MD, MS Credit: Pitt Pediatrics New research is shedding light on the impact of inconsistent early immunosuppression practices on short-term outcomes following pediatric liver transplantation, with results suggesting centers with greater variability in induction type face higher rejection rates within the first year.1 Leveraging data from the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) … Read more

High Risk of Severe Infections in Patients With Rheumatic Diseases After Kidney Transplant

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Tuba Demirci Yildirim, MD, MSc Credit: ResearchGate Patients with rheumatic diseases who received biologic disease- modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (bDMARDs) after a kidney transplant had a high risk of serious infections, according to new research published in Clinical Rheumatology.1 “There is a significant knowledge gap regarding the adverse events associated with bDMARDs in rheumatic patients’ post-transplant, … Read more

COVID-19 Infection Linked to Faster Kidney Function Decline Than Pneumonia

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Viyaasan Mahalingasivam, MPhil Credit: London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine New research is shining light on a significant association between severe COVID-19 infection and accelerated kidney function decline in hospitalized patients.1 Leveraging data from the Stockholm Creatinine Measurements (SCREAM) Project, the study found COVID-19 was associated with accelerated estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) decline … Read more

A New Era of Early Detection and Precision

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Fast, accurate diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS) can be life-changing for patients, and new updates to the existing criteria are aiming to make that possible, ensuring that those living with the condition get the treatment they need when it matters most. Building on decades of research and clinical experience, the McDonald diagnostic criteria have served … Read more