Student and Faculty Publications
Publication Date
9-1-2023
Journal
ACG Case Reports Journal
Abstract
Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder is a complication in organ transplant recipients characterized by uncontrolled proliferation of B-lymphocytes, occurring in 6% of pediatric patients, with risk factors including primary Epstein-Barr virus infection, intensity of immunosuppression, and cytomegalovirus infection. The clinical symptoms are often nonspecific, and it is associated with a high mortality rate if left untreated. We describe a rare case of post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder who presented with pleural-based masses resulting in pleural effusions.
Keywords
post transplant lymphoproliferative disorder, pediatric liver transplant, liver transplant complications, tacrolimus, pleural masses, pediatric transplant, pediatric immune suppression
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PMID: 37753100