Faculty mentor/PI email address
NYoussef@virtua.org
Keywords
Dual kidney transplantation, novel surgical technique, venous anastomosis, retrospective chart review, graft outcomes, ureteral confluence
Date of Presentation
5-6-2026 12:00 AM
Embargo Period
11-6-2026
Poster Abstract
In traditional Dual Kidney Transplantation (DKT) techniques, kidneys may be placed bilaterally (one kidney in each iliac fossa) or unilaterally (both kidneys implanted on the same side) with an aortic patch. Several studies have shown the advantages and disadvantages of these traditional transplant techniques, as well as the risks and possible complications. Some general complications that come with kidney transplant surgeries include hypertension, post-transplant diabetes mellitus, peri-graft collections. The unilateral placement techniques offer advantages such as using a single surgical site and reduced operative time but could be associated with complications like lymphocele or ureteric stricture. The bilateral placement techniques also have their advantages, such as increasing nephron mass and potentially improving kidney function but they come with surgical complexity and frequent use of marginal kidneys. Relying solely on one technique limits treatment options to patients. Variations in techniques are left to the surgeon’s discretion and can have a significant impact on treatment success rates and overall patient health. The novel technique being studied aims to reduce surgical complications seen in traditional techniques by reducing operative time, minimizing bladder trauma by using one ureteral anastomosis, reducing technical demand during implantation by using a single venous anastomosis, and by conserving space, thus allowing this technique to be used in pediatric or small adult recipients. Comparative utility and risks of dual kidney transplant surgical techniques are still under-explored. By systematically comparing the novel technique to the traditional dual kidney transplants, this research study has the potential to promote the use of a new kidney transplant technique which may benefit surgeons and patients alike. The findings may also support broader utilization in surgical healthcare and expand treatment options for patients with limited donor options.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences | Therapeutics | Urogenital System
Impact of a Novel Surgical Technique on Dual Kidney Transplant Outcomes
In traditional Dual Kidney Transplantation (DKT) techniques, kidneys may be placed bilaterally (one kidney in each iliac fossa) or unilaterally (both kidneys implanted on the same side) with an aortic patch. Several studies have shown the advantages and disadvantages of these traditional transplant techniques, as well as the risks and possible complications. Some general complications that come with kidney transplant surgeries include hypertension, post-transplant diabetes mellitus, peri-graft collections. The unilateral placement techniques offer advantages such as using a single surgical site and reduced operative time but could be associated with complications like lymphocele or ureteric stricture. The bilateral placement techniques also have their advantages, such as increasing nephron mass and potentially improving kidney function but they come with surgical complexity and frequent use of marginal kidneys. Relying solely on one technique limits treatment options to patients. Variations in techniques are left to the surgeon’s discretion and can have a significant impact on treatment success rates and overall patient health. The novel technique being studied aims to reduce surgical complications seen in traditional techniques by reducing operative time, minimizing bladder trauma by using one ureteral anastomosis, reducing technical demand during implantation by using a single venous anastomosis, and by conserving space, thus allowing this technique to be used in pediatric or small adult recipients. Comparative utility and risks of dual kidney transplant surgical techniques are still under-explored. By systematically comparing the novel technique to the traditional dual kidney transplants, this research study has the potential to promote the use of a new kidney transplant technique which may benefit surgeons and patients alike. The findings may also support broader utilization in surgical healthcare and expand treatment options for patients with limited donor options.