28: The Clinical Signs of Renal Allograft Rejection

<p></p> <h2>Session 28</h2> <p>A patient with a 2-month-old kidney transplant has elevated creatinine, fever, and tenderness at the graft region. What other finding is likely present?</p> <p>As always, we’re joined by Dr. Karen Shackelford of <a href= "https://www.boardvitals.com/">BoardVitals</a> as we dig into today’s case to help give you a better understanding.</p> <p><strong>Listen to this podcast episode with the player above,</strong> or keep reading for the highlights and takeaway points.</p> <h2>[01:02] BoardVitals</h2> <p>If you're preparing for your USMLE Step 1 or COMLEX Level 1, check out how <a href= "https://www.boardvitals.com/">BoardVitals</a> can help you prepare for your exam. Use the promo code BOARDROUNDS to save 15% off their QBanks. They have the 3-month version with over 1,700 questions. Once you're in medical school, they also have QBanks for the SHELF exams.</p> <h2>[02:24] Question of the Week</h2> <p>The patient who has a history of kidney failure as a resul...