Kidney Transplantation and Rehabilitation: Current Updates and Perspectives

Dear Colleagues,

Kidney transplantation remains the gold-standard treatment for end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Compared to chronic dialysis, transplantation results in lower mortality rates and a better quality of life (QOL) for our patients. However, to achieve the desired increase in QOL, our patients need long-term follow-up and individualized rehabilitation. The rising prevalence of ESRD worldwide necessitates the likewise expansion of kidney transplantation, and the expansion of transplantation has been followed by an explosion in the number of patients in need of postoperative care. A multidisciplinary approach incorporating physical, mental, and social assistance is needed to alleviate the disability caused by ESRD. An effective system would ideally allow our patients to lead fulfilling, independent lives and even return to the workforce.

Unfortunately, only a relatively small number of resources and studies are aimed at improving rehabilitation outcomes. A myriad of problems, such as underfunding, understaffing, and low patient compliance undermine the implementation of modern rehabilitation techniques. Too often, this lack of adequate rehabilitation negates the labour behind a successful transplantation.

This Special Issue, we invite authors to submit high-quality, original articles concerning recent advances in the postoperative rehabilitation of kidney transplant recipients. Recognizing the multi-faceted nature of rehabilitation, we welcome articles examining any aspect of QOL.

We look forward to receiving your contributions!

Dr. Zoltán Sándor
Guest Editor

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• chronic kidney disease
• kidney transplantation
• transplant rehabilitation
• transplant care
• physical therapy
• occupational therapy
• intervention
• recovery
• quality of life
• aftercare