Improved immediate function of experimental cadaver renal allografts by elimination of agonal vasospasm

Abstract
Evidence is given to show that arterial spasm during the agonal period of the donor is a very important factor in determining the immediate post-transplantation renal function. The recognition and elimination of vasospasm prior to preservation by isolated perfusion enable porcine cadaver renal allografts to function as well as those obtained from live donor animals.
Funding Information
  • United States Public Health Service (FO5-TWOO1530–01)