Long-term effects of delayed graft function duration on function and survival of deceased donor kidney transplants.

Introduction: Delayed graft function (DGF) is a frequent complication after deceased donor kidney transplantation with an impact on the prognosis of the transplant. Despite this, long-term impact of DGF on graft function after deceased donor kidney transplantation has not been properly evaluated.

Objective: The main objective of this study was to evaluate risk factors for DGF and the impact of its occurrence and length on graft survival and function.