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Semin intervent Radiol 2001; 18(1): 047-058
DOI: 10.1055/s-2001-12838
DOI: 10.1055/s-2001-12838
Interventional Radiological Management of the Complications of Renal Transplantation
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Publication Date:
31 December 2001 (online)
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ABSTRACT
This article outlines the diagnosis and management of complications of renal transplantation. This includes lymphocele urinomas and a variety of vascular problems.
KEYWORD
Kidney - transplantation - interventional procedure - renal arteries - stenosis - obstruction
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