Small-for-size Syndrome Does Not Occur in Intestinal Transplantation Without Liver Containing Grafts

摘要

Background The ideal donor in intestinal transplantation (ITX) is generally considered to be 50% to 70% of recipient body weight. This may be due to concerns for small for size syndrome as seen in liver transplantation. We report our experience using smaller donors (donor-recipient weight ratio [DRWR], 50%) in ITX recipients.