Application of homograft for intraoperative severe atherosclerotictic iliac vessel finding in renal transplantation: A case report

Abstract

Highlights Severe atherosclerosis is a complicated condition in patients with CKD and as the number of waiting list for renal transplantation rose, the rate is increasing. Surgeons should not omit artherosclerosis even pre-operative results did not suggest it. One-stage approach (renal transplantation and vascular reconstruction altogether) is a feasible and safe method for treating the conditions. The role of the surgeon’s skills and experiences, and especially tissue bank should be highlighted.