Kidney Transplants Generally Safe For Lupus Patients, New Study Suggests

Individuals with a history of lupus who receive a kidney transplant rarely develop the serious inflammatory condition lupus nephritis in their new organ, according to a new article. The findings indicate that having lupus should not keep individuals from seeking a kidney transplant if they need one. Contrary to previous studies, a new study suggests lupus patients who receive kidney transplants rarely develop lupus nephritis.

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