Changes in plasma B-type natriuretic peptide after allograft renal transplantation.

Objective: To investigate the dynamic changes in plasma B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) after allograft renal transplantation.

Methods: Plasma BNP was measured in 17 patients before and after unilateral allograft renal transplantation (study group) and in 17 age- and sex-matched healthy individuals (control group).

Results: Average BNP level in the study group was significantly higher than in the control group before renal transplantation (P < 0.