Tag: transplant complications

  • Basiliximab Solution, Reconstituted (Recon Soln)

    Basiliximab Solution, Reconstituted (Recon Soln)

    Discover the vital role of Basiliximab Solution, Reconstituted (Recon Soln) in preventing acute rejection in kidney transplant patients. This monoclonal antibody works by blocking interleukin-2 to support transplant acceptance, with a comprehensive management plan crucial for improving patient outcomes. Gain insights into its diagnosis, treatment, and the importance of adherence to prescribed regimens for a…

  • Organ Transplant

    Organ Transplant: Definition and Description of Organ Transplant: An organ transplant refers to the surgical procedure of removing a healthy organ from one body and implanting it into another. This medical intervention is most commonly performed to replace failing organs such as the heart, kidneys, liver, pancreas, lungs, or intestine. The goal is to restore…

  • GVHD

    GVHD Definition and Description of GVHD Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) is a medical condition that occurs when donor immune cells attack the recipient’s body following a transplant procedure, particularly after a stem cell or bone marrow transplant. The donor cells recognize the recipient’s tissues as foreign, leading to an immune response. There are two main types…

  • Graft versus Host Disease

    Graft versus Host Disease Definition and Description of Graft versus Host Disease Graft versus Host Disease (GVHD) is a medical condition that occurs when donor immune cells attack the recipient’s body following a transplant, such as a stem cell or organ transplant. This reaction typically occurs when the transplanted cells, known as graft, identify the…