Publications by authors named "Emily L Simms"
Purpose: Genetic testing results are currently obtained approximately 1 year after referral to a medical genetics team for autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). We evaluated a mainstream genetic testing (MGT) pathway whereby the nephrology team provided pre-test counseling and selection of patients with suspected ADPKD for genetic testing prior to direct patient interaction by a medical geneticist.
Sources Of Information: A multidisciplinary team of nephrologists, genetic counselors, and medical geneticists developed an MGT pathway for ADPKD using current testing criteria for adult patient with suspected ADPKD and literature from MGT in oncology.
Article Synopsis
- A 67-year-old male kidney transplant recipient unexpectedly died 10 days post-surgery, with COVID-19 considered as a potential cause given the timeline of the pandemic in Canada.
- Medical tests confirmed the presence of SARS-CoV-2 in both the transplanted kidney and lung tissue, utilizing advanced techniques like immunohistochemistry and PCR.
- The case emphasizes the importance of conducting autopsies during health crises and raises concerns about the possibility of COVID-19 transmission through organ transplants.