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Managing Rejection After Kidney Transplant: Importance of Specialist Nephrology Care

 Rejection is one of the most feared complications after kidney transplantation. Although modern immunosuppressive therapy has significantly reduced rejection rates, managing rejection after kidney transplant remains a critical responsibility of transplant nephrology care. Understanding Kidney Transplant Rejection Rejection occurs when the immune system recognizes the transplanted kidney as foreign and attempts to attack it. Rejection can be acute or chronic and may occur at any stage after transplantation. Early detection is essential to prevent permanent damage. How Rejection Is Detected A transplant nephrologist monitors kidney function through regular blood tests, urine analysis, and blood pressure monitoring. Even small increases in creatinine levels can signal early rejection. In some cases, a kidney biopsy may be required to confirm the diagnosis. Treatment and Long-Term Management Treatment depends on the type and severity of rejection. Adjusting immunosuppressive medicati...