Sequential changes in plasma selenium concentration after cadaveric renal transplantation.

Examines the sequential changes in plasma selenium concentration after cadaveric renal transplantation. Relationship between the selenium levels and risk factors for chronic graft nephropathy (CGN); Role of antioxidant deficiency in the pathogenesis of clinically apparent CGN; Reason behind the low plasma selenium concentrations in patients with CGN than those with well functioning grafts.