Effect of Single Sensitization Event on Human Leukocyte Antigen Alloimmunization in Kidney Transplant Candidates: A Single-Center Experience.

Abstract

This study documents the profile of HLA alloimmunization in kidney transplant candidates. In particular, transplant procedures appear to have a greater immunologic impact, followed by pregnancy and transfusion. Our data confirm and are in accordance with those of several studies in which the sensitization events were associated with higher prevalence of anti-HLA antibodies.