Physiotherapy Management of Femoral Neuropathy After Kidney Transplantation - A Case Report
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Introduction: Kidney transplantation is a cost-effective and lifesaving surgical procedure in persons with End stage kidney disease. Femoral neuropathy is rare but serious complication of kidney transplantation. We report physiotherapy management of femoral neuropathy after kidney transplantation. Case presentation: A 41-year-old male with end stage kidney disease who underwent orthotropic cadaveric kidney transplantation in right iliac fossa on 8th September 2023. Patient was referred for physiotherapy on post operative day one. Patient had a complain of pain in right inguinal region, pins-needle sensation in right thigh, difficulty in straightening right leg from knee. Conclusion: The prompt use of appropriate physiotherapy can lead to early recovery in rare incidence of femoral neuropathy after kidney transplantation.
Authors: Vasanti M Chaudhary, Harda H Shah, Nirali Vakani, Brijesh Patel
Institution: Institute of Transplantation Sciences
Language: English
Subfield: Transplantation
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4405797129