The Technique of Kidney Transplantation in Rhesus Monkeys

Abstract

The technique of kidney transplantation in rhesus monkeys is described in detail. The rate of successful transplantations can be increased to 90-100% if several technical aspects are considered. These include adequate perfusion of the organ to be preserved, measures to prevent a sharp decrease in body temperature, doing the arterial anastomosis with interrupted sutures and prevention of low blood pressure after revascularization.