Nephrol Dial Transplant (2002) 17: 3-4
© 2002 European Renal Association-European Dialysis and Transplant Association
IV.1 Organization of follow-up of transplant recipients after the first year
GuidelinesA. All renal transplant recipients should undergo regular laboratory check-ups (at least every 2 or 3 months) and regular medical visits as out-patients (at least every 46 months) after the first year post-transplant.
(Evidence level C)
B. All renal transplant recipients should be seen at least once a year in the transplant centre where the transplantation has been performed or referred to a closer transplant centre for a complete annual evaluation.
(Evidence level C)
See also Guidelines in Part 1: III.5 AD, pp. 6769 for surveillance during the first year.