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Molecular characterization of post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorders of donor origin occurring in liver transplant recipients.
The Journal of pathology - 1 Aug 2009
Capello Daniela, Rasi Silvia, Oreste Pierluigi, Veronese Silvio, Cerri Michaela, Ravelli Erika, Rossi Davide, Minola Ernesto, Colosimo Anna, Gambacorta Marcello, Muti Giuliana, Morra Enrica, Gaidano Gianluca
Abstract excerpt
Post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorders (PTLDs) represent a frequent complication of solid organ transplantation. Although most PTLDs arise from recipient lymphoid cells, a considerable fraction of cases may arise from donor B-cells. In an attempt to clarify the histogenesis and pathogenesis of PTLDs derived from donor B-cells, monoclonal PTLDs occurring in liver transplant recipients were chosen as a model...
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