The Predictors of Left Ventricular Hypertrophy in Kidney Transplant Recipients

Abstract

Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the leading causes of mortality among kidney transplant (KTx) recipients. Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is a known important risk factor for CVD in KTx recipients. The current study aimed at evaluating the association of LVH with hypertension, carotid intima media thickness (CIMT), and serum biomarkers. Methods: The current cross sectional study included KTx recipients; ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, echocardiography, and CIMT measurement were performed. In addition to standard laboratory investigations, high sensitivity C-reactive protein (CRP) and serum homocysteine were measured.