2011 Kidney Donor Death Highlights Lingering Clip Ligation Problem

Major Finding: Since 2005, at least five living kidney donors died from severe hemorrhages secondary to the use of polymer clips for ligating their renal arteries following nephrectomy. One case occurred in early 2011.

Data Source: Review of documented cases.

Disclosures: Dr. Friedman said that she and her associates have no relevant financial disclosures.