Vascular and Anatomical Challenges in Renal Transplant Surgery; What a Urologist Needs to know.

PURPOSE OF REVIEW

Every surgical procedure presents challenges for surgeons before, during, and after the operation. This review aims to explore strategies for anticipating and addressing these challenges in kidney transplant surgeries.

RECENT FINDINGS

Specifically, it focuses on equipping surgeons with the knowledge necessary to navigate vascular anatomical variations encountered during kidney retrieval and transplantation. By elucidating both typical and uncommon anatomical configurations, surgeons can better anticipate challenges and optimize surgical outcomes. The review underscores the critical importance of understanding kidney vascular anatomical variations in the context of transplantation. By providing insights into preoperative planning and mitigating intraoperative challenges, this knowledge has the potential to significantly improve outcomes for patients undergoing kidney transplantation.