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ReviewJournal of clinical medicine2024

Surgical Strategies for Renal Transplantation: A Pictorial Essay.

Dorin Novacescu, Silviu Constantin Latcu, Marius Raica, Flavia Baderca, Cristina-Stefania Dumitru, Liviu Daminescu, Razvan Bardan, Vlad Dema, Alexei Croitor, Talida Georgiana Cut and 1 more

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Review in Journal of clinical medicine, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 14 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.

2 · The registry

The trial behind it

Trials whose registry record cites this paper, or whose number appears in the abstract. A trial that started after this paper was published is citing it as background, not reporting it.

Neither the registry nor the abstract names a trial number. If this is a trial report, that itself is worth knowing.

3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

14 citing papers in PubMed.

  1. Article
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  3. Letter to the Editor: Response to outcomes of "rightWorld journal of transplantation · 2026
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  4. Renal Vein Thrombosis: A Narrative Review.Diagnostics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026
    Review
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  7. Anesthesia for uterine transplantation.Anesthesia and pain medicine · 2026
    Review
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  12. Living donor transplant: RightWorld journal of transplantation · 2025
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4 · The record

Corrections and comments

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

11 authors.

Dorin NovacescuDepartment II of Microscopic Morphology, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, E. Murgu Square, No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-2520-7636
Silviu Constantin LatcuDoctoral School, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, E. Murgu Square, Nr. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania.
Marius RaicaDepartment II of Microscopic Morphology, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, E. Murgu Square, No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania.
Flavia BadercaDepartment II of Microscopic Morphology, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, E. Murgu Square, No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-5755-179X
Cristina-Stefania DumitruDepartment II of Microscopic Morphology, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, E. Murgu Square, No. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania.ORCID 0000-0001-8933-3060
Liviu DaminescuDepartment of Urology, "Pius Brinzeu" Timisoara County Emergency Hospital, Liviu Rebreanu Boulevard, Nr. 156, 300723 Timisoara, Romania.
Razvan BardanDepartment of Urology, "Pius Brinzeu" Timisoara County Emergency Hospital, Liviu Rebreanu Boulevard, Nr. 156, 300723 Timisoara, Romania.
Vlad DemaDoctoral School, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, E. Murgu Square, Nr. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania.
Alexei CroitorDoctoral School, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, E. Murgu Square, Nr. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania.
Talida Georgiana CutDepartment XIII, Discipline of Infectious Diseases, Victor Babes University of Medicine and Pharmacy Timisoara, E. Murgu Square, Nr. 2, 300041 Timisoara, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-6567-4407
Alin Adrian CumpanasDepartment of Urology, "Pius Brinzeu" Timisoara County Emergency Hospital, Liviu Rebreanu Boulevard, Nr. 156, 300723 Timisoara, Romania.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This pictorial essay aims to navigate through the complexities and challenges of renal transplantation (RT), by weaving together visual imagery with clinical insights within a comprehensive illustrative surgical guide. Herein, we provide a detailed visual exploration of the intricate anatomy and surgical processes necessary for both renal graft retrieval from the donor and also for an adequate implantation in the recipient. Regarding graft retrieval, after reviewing the relevant retroperitoneal surgical anatomy, and donor nephrectomy techniques, graft preservation and optimal backbench graft dissection principles were meticulously analyzed. Thereafter, the recipient surgical strategy for graft implantation was addressed, focusing on preoperative preparations, the site of implantation selection, exposure, operative bed dissection, graft revascularization, and urinary tract reconstruction. Careful donor and recipient selection, meticulous surgical execution, and rigorous postoperative management clearly hold a pivotal role in optimizing patient outcomes. Fostering a deeper understanding of the surgical nuances and clinical management practices that contribute to successful results post-RT, we hope to provide a useful practical tool for clinicians about to embark on the treacherous road of RT surgery. Innovative technologies and surgical practices that have already significantly improved the safety and effectiveness of RT stand testament to the importance of further scientific inquiry, conceptual developments, and clinical integration. Moving forward, it is essential that the medical community continues to refine these strategies and advocate for equitable access to transplantation, ensuring that advancements in the field translate into real-world benefits for all patients grappling with ESRD. The collaborative efforts of multidisciplinary teams are essential in addressing the complex clinical challenges associated with RT, with the ultimate goal of improving patient survival, enhancing graft longevity, and reducing healthcare disparities.

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donor selectionkidney/renal transplantationlong-term outcomespost-transplant carepreservation and backbench dissectionrenal graft retrievalrenal graft revascularizationsite of implantationsurgical challenges and complicationsurinary tract reconstruction

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PMID39064228
PMCPMC11278135

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