Background: Kidney transplantation enhances survival rates and quality of life for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). However, the long-term function of graft can be compromised. A common issue among transplant recipients is vitamin D deficiency, which
arises due to the use of immunosuppressants and sun protection measures, potentially
contributing to the deterioration of the allograft.
Objectives: To determine the incidence of vitamin D deficiency in kidney transplant
recipients and its relationship with graft function.
Patients and methods: A prospective observational study, including 50 CKD patients
undergoing kidney transplant collected from Internal Medicine department, Benha university and National Institute of Urology and Nephrology. Patients were grouped based on serum 25(OH) vitamin D levels into sufficient (≥30 ng/ml) and insufficient ( |
