Panniculectomy in End-Stage Renal Disease

Abstract

Panniculectomies in preparation for renal transplant may be performed in patients with end-stage renal disease with an acceptable complication rate, converting previously ineligible patients into eligible candidates for kidney transplant. It also seems those who undergo panniculectomy before kidney transplant may expect to have lower rates of wound complications after their transplant had they not had a panniculectomy.