BK virus-associated nephropathy in two pediatric kidney recipients

Transplant Proc. 2008 Jan-Feb;40(1):310-2. doi: 10.1016/j.transproceed.2007.11.020.

Abstract

Posttransplant renal dysfunction episodes can result from a variety of causes, including polyomavirus (BK virus)-associated nephropathy (PVAN). It is a well-recognized entity with a high incidence of graft failure. The delicate balance of viral infection and immune regulation in the transplant population would allow development of successful long-term strategies. In this presentation, we have described two PVAN cases of our institution and reviewed the literature.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • BK Virus*
  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Immunosuppressive Agents / therapeutic use
  • Kidney / pathology
  • Kidney / virology
  • Kidney Diseases / surgery*
  • Kidney Diseases / virology*
  • Kidney Transplantation / immunology
  • Kidney Transplantation / physiology*
  • Polyomavirus Infections / complications*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Immunosuppressive Agents