Publications by authors named "Mohamad Atamna"
Rationale & Objective: Kidney function can be adversely affected by significant tricuspid regurgitation (TR) owing to effects on cardiac output and systemic venous congestion. However, the impact of significant TR on short- and long-term kidney function following a kidney transplant remains uncertain.
Study Design: Retrospective observational cohort.
Article Synopsis
- End-stage renal disease significantly increases cardiovascular risks, but kidney transplantation can help reduce these risks, even in patients with systolic heart failure.
- A study of 604 kidney transplant patients revealed that 28% experienced a notable improvement in heart function post-transplant, with female patients showing greater recovery.
- The findings suggest that kidney transplantation can improve left ventricular systolic function in certain patients, highlighting its potential benefits even for those with heart issues.
Aims: Non-invasive coronary assessment using single-photon emission computerized tomography (SPECT) testing for potential cardiac ischemia is an essential part of the evaluation of kidney transplant candidates. We aimed to examine the prognostic value of preoperative SPECT test results in kidney transplanted patients.
Methods And Results: We retrospectively analyzed the pre-surgical nuclear SPECT test results in a registry of kidney transplanted patients.