Epstein-Barr virus infection after kidney transplantation.

Besides the well-known association of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and lymphomas developing posttransplantation, there are only a few data concerning the prevalence of EBV antibodies (abs) in organ donors and recipients, the posttransplant development of antibody titer in the recipient population, the extent of EBV-IgM seroconversion, and the clinical and laboratory signs associated with infection. Therefore, in a retrospective analysis, we evaluated the data of 119 organ donors and 215 kidney graft recipients who received their kidney allografts between 1993 and 1995. A total of 665 sera were quantitatively tested by means of immunofluorescence assay for EBV abs against capsid (CA; IgM, IgG), early (IgG), and nuclear (IgG) antigens.

Thyroid lid surgery.

A retrospective study of 58 thyroid patients undergoing eyelid surgery for thyroid related lid malposition is reported. A treatment strategy is suggested, based on the results of this experience. The following points are stressed: (1) The importance of recognising and relieving the inferior rectus tethering component of upper lid retraction when present.