Recurrent spontaneous pneumothorax in renal transplantation

Rom J Intern Med. 2007;45(4):401-5.

Abstract

Renal transplantation could be associated with severe complications. Pneumothorax is a rare and severe complication among renal transplant recipients. The relationship between pneumothorax and post transplantation status, pulmonary infections or immunosuppressive treatment is controversial. We report the case of a young female with normal renal graft function who developed recurrent pneumothorax after three years of kidney graft.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Kidney Transplantation / adverse effects*
  • Pneumothorax / etiology*
  • Pneumothorax / pathology
  • Recurrence
  • Tuberous Sclerosis / complications