An Unusual Presentation of a Page Kidney 24 Days After Transplantation: Case Report

Abstract The Page kidney phenomenon is a well recognized entity where an extrinsically compressed kidney results in hypertension and loss of function. This compression is usually caused by a subcapsular hematoma secondary to blunt abdominal trauma or an invasive procedure such as a renal biopsy. We...

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Published in:Transplantation proceedings 2010-12, Vol.42 (10), p.4291-4294
Main Authors: Butt, F.K, Seawright, A.H, Kokko, K.E, Hawxby, A.M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Biological and medical sciences
Female
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
Fundamental immunology
Humans
Kidney - diagnostic imaging
Kidney - pathology
Kidney Transplantation
Medical sciences
Middle Aged
Surgery
Surgery (general aspects). Transplantations, organ and tissue grafts. Graft diseases
Surgery of the urinary system
Tissue, organ and graft immunology
Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Summary:Abstract The Page kidney phenomenon is a well recognized entity where an extrinsically compressed kidney results in hypertension and loss of function. This compression is usually caused by a subcapsular hematoma secondary to blunt abdominal trauma or an invasive procedure such as a renal biopsy. We describe an unusual case involving the spontaneous development of a Page kidney 24 days after renal transplantation without any history of preceding trauma. The subcapsular hematoma was detected by a computerized tomographic scan performed as part of the work-up for acute allograft dysfunction. Prompt recognition and early intervention are essential if renal function is to be restored before irreversible damage occurs.
ISSN:0041-1345
1873-2623
DOI:10.1016/j.transproceed.2010.09.042