Transition of Care for Adolescent Kidney Transplant Recipients - Abstract
Successfully transitioning the care of adolescents with chronic illness to adult providers is an important, yet often challenging, aspect in the care of these patients. In renal transplant recipients in particular, there is concern that the transfer of care of adolescents might increase rejection rates in a population that is already known to have an increased risk of non-adherence to medical therapy. The purpose of this brief review is to provide a definition of transition, to determine some of the potential risks associated with the transfer of care, and lastly to discuss important aspects of a successful transition process.