Abstract
Biopsies from vascularized composite transplant patients were obtained at scheduled visits and whenever skin changes occurred. Histology and immunohistochemistry were performed on all samples, looking at infiltrating cells. Observations were made specifically related to each component of the skin, including the epidermis, dermis, vessels, and subcutaneous tissue. Our findings led to the establishment of the University Health Network addition of skin rejection. The high rate of rejection where the skin is involved requires novel techniques for early detection. The University Health Network skin rejection addition can serve as an adjunct to the Banff classification.
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