Sixteen-slice MDCT is highly accurate for the identification of anatomic variants of renal arteries and veins. Dual-phase MDCT angiography including arterial and nephrographic phases followed by conventional abdominal radiography enables complete assessment of renal donors without significant increase of radiation dose. However, the evaluation of minor venous variants may be problematic because of their small diameters and poor opacification.

Regarding the cosmetic side effects and hyperlipidemia, tacrolimus was found to be superior to cyclosporine A. Where hyperlipidemia is considered to be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, tacrolimus use should be considered as a more acceptable treatment modality. However, the immunosuppressive regimen should be evaluated individually.

LRV and IVC variations and associated abdominal pathologies. (Folia Morphol 2014; 73, 2: 159-163)