León LM, González García E, López MO, Afonso S, Santana MJ, Jiménez C. [Immunosuppressive drugs and transplant protocols.].
ARCH ESP UROL 2021;
74:1002-1012. [PMID:
34851315]
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Abstract
Kidney transplantation is the renal replacement therapy of choice in patients with end-stag ekidney disease. Immunosuppressive drugs are the main pillar of treatment in solid organ transplantation as they reduce rejection rates and increase graft survival. However, they can also cause significant side effects that can complicate transplant progression. The objective of this chapter is to outline the main characteristics of immunosuppressantsagents, their mechanisms of action and the side effects.
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